Are you just getting started on your real estate investing journey? This section of the BiggerPockets Blog might be just the thing you are looking for then. We have hundreds of articles designed to help newer investors launch their investing careers into orbit.If you are ready to introduce yourself to the world of real estate then check out the articles below, containing information on everything from saving up for your first purchase, finding the right agent, to screening your first tenants. If you are new to real estate investing, then these articles, written by seasoned investors with decades of experience, are just the thing you need!Oh, and for more discussions and introductions from other investors that are starting out, it might be a great idea to engage in our Starting Out Forum. This is a welcoming place where new investors can learn and formulate strategy while receiving feedback from seasoned investors and each other.
Posted 3 days agoSamantha Hawrylack
Industrial Real Estate Investing: A Guide for Modern Investors
Real estate investments are available in many shapes and sizes, including industrial real estate investing. This is not the most common form of real estate investing, but it has a…
Posted 4 days agoSarah Bloomfield
Best Real Estate Investing Conferences in 2024 (Chronological Order)
If you’re looking to elevate your real estate investing knowledge, expand your contact list, and gain powerful insight into 2024 real estate trends, then you need to be at the…
Chris Bibey
Short vs. Long-Term Real Estate Investing
There is no right or wrong way to invest in real estate. All that matters is that you’re comfortable with your strategy and positioned to generate a positive return on…
Samantha Hawrylack
15 Reasons Why Real Estate is the Best Investment
These 15 reasons real estate is the best investment are reason enough to diversify your capital and invest in real estate.Whether you're looking at your first real estate investment or…
Chris Bibey
6 Low-Risk Real Estate Investing Strategies
As a real estate investor, you must always remember one thing: every type of investing strategy involves risk. With that in mind, it’s good practice to learn more about low-risk…
Sarah Bloomfield
The Impact of Inflation on Real Estate
Inflation broadly impacts the overall economy, causing the prices of goods and services to rise. This can have rippling effects across various sectors, including the real estate market.
Samantha Hawrylack
What Is Adverse Possession?
Owning a property doesn't mean you automatically have rights to it. If someone can claim they've squatted on the property for many years and you did nothing about it, they…
Samantha Hawrylack
What is a Mortgage Default?
If you don’t meet the loan terms you agreed to when you closed on your mortgage, you are in mortgage default. The most common way is to miss your monthly…
Samantha Hawrylack
What Are Rent-to-Own Homes?
A rent-to-own home is a home renters lease with the option to purchase it after a specified period. The own part of the contract usually has a two- to-four-year timeline,…
Chris Bibey
How to Invest in Real Estate: 6 Steps to Get Started
Many people dream of investing in real estate, but most never take the first step. If you want to get started in real estate investing, there are six actionable steps…
Scott Gibson
What Is CPI in Real Estate?
Understanding the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in real estate is vital if you are a landlord or real estate investor. The CPI reflects how housing expenses—rent and utilities—impact inflation and…
Sarah Bloomfield
What is a Mortgage Broker?
Before a soon-to-be homeowner takes out a mortgage, they should understand what a mortgage broker is, the benefits of using one, and how to choose the best broker. This guide…
Samantha Hawrylack
Investing in Real Estate Out of State: What You Need To Know
Investing in real estate out of state can be one of the best ways to diversify your investments. Even if you have a great local real estate market, spreading your…