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No 401(k)? No Problem—Smart Retirement Strategies for the Self-Employed
When you’re self-employed, you gain flexibility, freedom, and control over your income—but you also lose something many full-time employees tak…
Why Mobile Home Investing is Gaining Momentum in 2025 (and How Rookies Can Get Started)
When most new investors think about getting into real estate, they picture buying a single-family home or maybe a small multifamily property. But wit…
Can You Use the Same Tax Loopholes as Billionaires to Slash Your Tax Bill?
You can stamp your foot and complain about the wealthy using loopholes to lower their tax bills. Or you can learn those tax loopholes yourself. Try t…
When’s the Right Time to Start Investing? (Age, Money, Lifestyle)
When is the right time to invest in real estate? We’ve all asked ourselves this, and if you’ve been thinking about buying rentals, you probably have,…
No, Taxes Won’t Derail Your FIRE: Here’s What You’ll Really Pay in Retirement
Taxes in retirement have been called a “silent wealth killer” for those pursuing FIRE—but does the data tell a different story? If you’re worried abo…
Money Moves to Make Once You Hit a $250K Net Worth
Your needs change as you build wealth and mature financially. Just like you don’t live in a dorm room anymore, what got you by when you were a scrapp…
Why Your Lease Agreement Might Be One of Your Biggest Liabilities
When I first became a landlord, I was more worried about finding a tenant than about the lease. I downloaded a template I found online, filled in the…
America’s Credit Rating Downgraded—And Why It’s Another Headwind For Housing
Last Friday, Moody’s Ratings downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating from Aaa to Aa1. As a result, Treasury yields surged Monday morning, with th…
Tired of Renting? How to Save for Your First Property in ONE Year (or Less)
Many rookies assume they’re years away from buying rentals, but what if your first (or next) property is much closer (and easier) than you think? Tod…
Could New Builds Hurt Your Market? These Areas Are Most at Risk
New builds are popping up everywhere. But some markets have a lot more new homes on the way. This could be risky for real estate investors in these a…
How to Retire with Rentals in Just 10 Years (It’s Still Possible!)
Want to retire early? You don’t need millions of dollars in stocks, retirement accounts, or cash to do it. You might just need a handful of rental pr…
Scott Steps Down as CEO: A New Age for BiggerPockets Money
BiggerPockets’ CEO Scott Trench announces his decision to step down as CEO, and focus full-time efforts on personal finance content with BiggerPocket…
May 2025 Housing Market Update: Price Cuts Arrive, Market “Softening” Continues
The housing market is going through another significant shift. Sellers have lost even more control as price cuts become common in some top markets. R…
Home Prices Are Dropping: How to Find Great Deals in YOUR Market (Rookie Reply)
Home prices are seeing some serious cuts—but is this happening across all markets, and what does it mean for new investors? For many beginners, this …
3 Hacks to 1031 Exchange Your Primary Residence
Home prices have been on a run upward over the last few years, with homeowners finding that their primary residence is now worth much more than when …
Misunderstanding These Real Estate Tax Strategies Could Cost You Thousands
REPS and short-term rental exceptions are among the most powerful—and misunderstood—tools in a real estate investor’s tax strategy. Misapplying them …
The Fastest Way to Access Equity in Your Investment Property (Without Selling It)
You’ve got your eye on the next deal. Maybe it’s a fixer-upper with great upside or a turnkey rental in the right neighborhood. You’ve run the …
Wall Street Bets $6B on Real Estate: Is This the Bottom?
Price cuts are hitting the housing market fast, and Wall Street is paying close attention. A new real estate fund just raised $6 billion specifically…
Why Communication is So Important in Real Estate—Especially When Things Go Sideways
What is the most likely reason a doctor is sued for malpractice (other than screwing up a procedure, of course)? One might think it had somethi…
Landlord Spring Checklist: Protect Your Investment and Prevent Insurance Claims
For most people, spring is about deep-cleaning the garage, planting flowers, or finally putting away that rogue holiday decoration still sitting in t…