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Petrography and mineralogy of selected pre-Middle Jurassic basement rocks beneath the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains in Florida
Links Document: Report (53.4 MB pdf) , XML Related Work: USGS Scientific Investigations Map 3543 - Geologic Map of Pre-Middle Jurassic Basement Rocks Beneath the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains in Florida Data Releases: USGS data release - Geochemical data from selected pre-Middle Jurassic basement rocks beneath the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains in Florida and Alabama USGS data release - Mineral abundances of selected pre-Middle Jurassic basement rocks beneath the Atlantic and Gulf...
How To Pay Yourself From Your Properties
Perhaps this isn't the right place to ask this, but in the most innocent way possible I am curious as to how people who have quit their jobs in order to pursue investing as a full time gig make money. Basically anything I've read states that you have to keep your money separate from the properties or any personal assets can become a liability and at a risk of loss.
How I Raised Over $1 Million During a Pandemic (And How You Can Too)
This is Part I of a first-person account on how we raised $1 million via a Reg. CF IPO by offering shares in our real estate on WeFunder.com and Republic.co to the public. Read part II here. You may have heard the term "real estate crowdfunding" thrown around. FinTech company Fundrise made it popular when it used a new regulation to allow investments into top real estate to everyday investors. In their case, it was the World Trade Center.
Opinion: THIS Is Hands Down the Best Way to Buy Property
Did you know that I start every single conversation with a seller with the exact same question? Probably not. I mean, how would you know? Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Well, I do, and it is one of my favorite parts about real estate investing. The question I ask every seller is: "Will you do owner financing?" Owner financing is the crown jewel of real estate (in my opinion).
Renting by the Room
Well, it is that time of the year again. Merry Christmas, everyone! Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Are you on the naughty or nice list? I happen to be on the nice list this year (I think). For anyone else who is not getting coal in their stocking, what did you ask for this year? I only had one thing on my list. Any guesses? OK, I will tell you, but it stays between you and me. My Christmas List: 1.
3 Property Nightmares That Will Haunt Landlords
It seems these days nobody likes horror movies. I always end up going by myself. Anyone? Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free If you are like me, a PG-13 horror movie is sacrilege. I just cannot do it. Anyways, as much as I like my rated R movies, I am going to keep this as family friendly as possible.
3 Hurdles Aspiring Real Estate Investors Face ( How to Clear Them)
Let’s play a game. The person to choose the correct answer will be blessed with good luck and great fortune. What do you think is the most common question that I get? Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free A. How are you so dashingly handsome? B. I have been educating myself for a while, but how do I actually start investing in real estate? C.
How Being a Real Estate Investor Has Changed My Life
It was the year 2000. We had made it through Y2K! The world would continue as it had for many centuries before. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free One thing would change though. I was now in my freshman year of high school, and I started getting asked something more and more consistently.
5 Pitfalls of Renting by the Room ( How to Solve Them)
The rent by the room strategy is a topic I see heating up on the BiggerPockets Forums. Or, maybe it’s the keywords I elected to be notified of when someone posts. Either way, I want to address a few items for a few reasons. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Here they are: I am very passionate about this topic. I think it is the best way to rent out a space. It is all that I do.
How I Plan to Significantly (and Legally) Lower My Liability
Disclaimer: This is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal or financial advice related to individual situations. Consult with your own attorney and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free I won’t lie. I am frustrated. This whole paying taxes thing, I am over it.
Why Having Roommates as an Adult (and an Investor) Is the Best
Roommates—and lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free When considering living with roommates, there are a few types of people in this world: Share a space with strangers? All set with that! Um, no. I am looking for my own space. I’ll pass. Oh, you mean a boarding house? No, thanks. I haven’t had roommates in like 10 years.
Don't Base Buying Decisions on Cash-on-Cash Returns Alone
Most real estate investors are fascinated by the idea of real estate investments as an ATM machine for passive income. You buy a property, rent it out, and if the income exceeds the expenses, you have created positive cash flow. Do that enough times, and you can be financially free. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free This line of thinking leads to a singular focus on cash-on-cash returns.
How to Generate $10,000 in Monthly Passive Income
Recently, I was at a real estate summit in Philadelphia, when a guy in a Hawaiian shirt slipped into a nearby row. He had a beer in his hand, though it was only about 10:00 a.m. (if I recall). He looked a bit out of place, honestly, and I couldn’t help but notice that he seemed to be… well, let’s say more relaxed than everyone else. I struck up a conversation and learned that he travels the world full-time—on his real estate profits. And he said his goal was to work as few hours as possible.
Feeling Frustrated? Here's How to Make Real Estate Less Stressful
Have you ever had multiple people in the same week or two say or ask you the same thing? It makes you think for a moment a little bit more intently on something that, before, you hadn’t given much thought. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free It just happened to me over the last week or two. I have studied the likes of Tony Robbins, Jim Rohn, Eric Thomas, Les Brown and many others for years.
3 Things I Wish I'd Done Differently as a New Real Estate Investor
You know that saying that goes, “If only I had known then what I know now”? Well, that statement is front and center for most real estate investors—especially me. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Maybe you wish you had vetted a partner better, but instead they ended up not working out and you lost money.
Student Housing Is My Best-Performing Investment
I used to have parties with 100 people at my college rental house. We were making a good profit charging $5 at the door, which paid for all the kegs, plus some. I am glad I do not rent to my college self. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free We have all heard stories like this. We have all heard about the destruction that can ensue at a college party where naiveté meets alcohol.
7 Reasons NOT to Invest in Section 8 Properties
The quality of your renters determines the quality of your returns. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free In over 15 years of landlording, I’ve found that to be true time and time again. And while there are plenty of good Section 8 tenants out there, my experience has been that it’s just plain harder to find reliable, high-credit, low-impact, respectful tenants in lower-income neighborhoods.
How to Overcome Common Excuses for Never Buying Real Estate
The best thing about writing these blogs are the questions and comments I get from new or soon-to-be investors. I really enjoy helping as many people as I can. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free With that said, there are a few very common themes emerging about why people have not gotten started in real estate investing yet.
What New Investors Should Know About Choosing a Real Estate Market
Town X has an 8 percent cap. City Y has a 7.5 percent cap and is landlord friendly. Z County has a 14 percent cash-on-cash return and an average ROI of 9 percent. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Have you ever felt like pulling your hair out listening to everyone talk about all the great rental markets across the country and how you should be investing there?
The 6 Best Arguments for Investing in Rental Property
Real estate investing is great because there is a strategy for everybody! You can flip houses, syndicate apartments, buy and hold rental properties, wholesale, buy notes, invest in real estate investment trusts (REITs), and so on. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Regardless of your risk tolerance, experience, or capital, you can find a strategy that works for you.
I'll Never Evict a Tenant—Here's Why | Blog
I am going to tell you a little-known secret about myself. Are you ready? Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Are you sure you are ready? OK, here is the secret: In over seven years of real estate investing, I have never evicted anyone! I know—isn’t that crazy? How can that be? I have never had anyone pay me late or not pay at all?
3 Things You Don’t Have to Think About With Turnkey Properties
You’re pondering buying a turnkey rental property. You’ve even checked out some inventory from different sellers in different markets. You’re pretty much onboard with the idea, but for some reason, you are at a standstill. Why? Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free I have a guess. You have plateaued with your knowledge about them and are hesitant to move forward with buying one.
Top 3 Reasons You Should Never Invest in Real Estate
Today I’m talking about the top three reasons why you should never invest in real estate. Let’s get it started. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free I know all of you out there love my blanket statements. This one is a bit of an oxymoron. Why You Should Never Invest in Real Estate 1. First thing, it’s very hard work. The first one is it’s just too much hard work.
A Property Management Alternative for Long-Distance Investors
Long-distance investing is a blessing. Let me say that again: Being far enough away from your properties that you cannot visit them every other hour is a blessing. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free For most of my real estate career, I house hacked or lived about 20 minutes away. I was cutting the grass, cleaning the units, and waking up at 4 a.m. on snowstorm days to shovel my driveways.
30-Something Earns 6x His Former Salary With Just a Few Rentals
If you are like me, financial freedom—or at least, the very real ability to leave your day job and live life on your own terms—is a thought that’s always foremost in my mind. For many, it is the key attraction to real estate investing. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free It started for me back in 2009.
An Investor's Guide to Overseeing Rehabs
Have you ever exceeded budget, run behind on schedule, or disputed with your contractors while constructing or renovating your building? If so, you’re not alone… Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Construction is very difficult, but here are some of the things that you can do to manage your contractors more effectively to avoid cost overrun, project delay, and many other issues. 1.
7 Insurance Policies Landlords Should Strongly Consider
If you own rental property, you need make sure you and your investment are properly protected. Certainly, these types of issues have been top-of-mind for many of us lately, with natural disasters where homes have been destroyed in the California wildfires or during the devastating hurricane flooding in 2017. These events bring to light the importance of the right insurance policy, particularly for investors. Want more articles like this?
The Real Estate Investing Social Network
Getting references from previous landlords is perhaps the most important of all the screening steps. A lousy tenant can disguise themselves in person and over the phone, but they can’t hide from their past actions that the previous landlord can reveal. Remember, the references you receive from past landlords are the best indication of the way the tenant will behave for you. Want more articles like this?
1031 Exchange: What Investors Should Know About Closing Costs
When planning for a 1031 exchange, it’s important to have a target reinvestment amount. Why? Because to defer all tax in a 1031, you must purchase at least as much replacement investment real estate as your net sale. But… what is the net sale? Well, the easy answer is the contract price minus closing costs and commissions. So which closing costs count in this equation? Frankly, as in many aspects of the 1031 exchange, there isn’t a crystal clear answer to that question.
Lessons From Buying Multifamily Property in a New Market
My company’s latest acquisition was an 80-unit apartment complex. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free As I walk you through this property, I’m going to go over five lessons I learned from buying this real estate investment. 5 Key Takeaways From Buying Multifamily Real Estate 1. Knowing the Market This is the first apartment purchase I’ve ever made outside of the city where I live.
Moving Past "What If" and Into Your First Purchase
Purchasing an investment property can be a scary endeavor for many first-time buyers, fraught with many “what ifs.” Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free What if I overpay? What if I buy at the peak of the market? What if the property is a money pit? What if I can’t find a good renter? The list goes on.
3 Keys to Real Estate Success No One's Talking About
There’s a lot of great theories and ideas out there in terms of keys to success for real estate investors. For instance, work really hard, have a set of goals, build a great team—I talk about some of that, too. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free But there are other less-discussed keys to success. I want to talk to you about three of those (although there are way more, to be sure).
My 3 Favorite Real Estate Investing Strategies
Recently someone asked me, “What is the one thing you attribute your success to?” Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free This was a tough question to answer, especially since I don’t see myself as any kind of overnight success. Many decisions and many people helped me get to where I am today. If I had to choose just one thing, though, I’d have to say discipline. Most of that would be owed to my mom.
How I Lost Over $1 Million in Sales
Over the past four years, I have established my reputation. There are many ways I’ve done this, but there is one key component that I’ve always stuck by, which has enabled me to have an awesome reputation without anyone throwing dirt on my name. Before we get started, I want to tell you this: Real estate is a long-term game. Success does not happen overnight. It’s going to take you 5, 10, or 15 years to really get you to where you need to be. So stop thinking about real estate as a one-night stand.
One Question Can Weed Out Shady Business Partners
This particular method has really helped me over the years. I present it at speaking presentations, I believe I’ve written blog articles about it in the past, and today, I’m giving you a video post about this question that I ask everyone before we look at doing business together. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Why is This Question So Important?
5 Reasons to Invest in Near-College Real Estate
Real estate is a reliable way to make extra income and earn a return on your initial investment, but your choice in neighborhoods will have a massive impact on your success. Different cities and regions offer different perks for your investment, such as more attractiveness to incoming tenants and a greater potential for appreciation, but you’ll need to consider the advantages and disadvantages carefully before you make a purchasing decision. Want more articles like this?
Short Sales: Make Money on Deals Most Investors Would Pass On
Real estate investing is a competitive business. There are lots of talented people looking for the same awesome deals. Want more articles like this?
How to Deal With a Tenant Who Owes More Than Their Deposit
Our first thought was: There is a dead body in this refrigerator. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Of course, upon closer inspection, there was no dead body, just rotting food, garbage, and other unknown objects. The smell was unlike anything we had ever experienced before.
Top 5 Leadership Principles for Real Estate Wholesalers
This week, I really want to share something with you from my heart. Today, I want to talk to all my fellow wholesalers out there about something really important to me: leadership. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free In the last couple of months, I’ve been learning a lot about leadership and have been really focusing on developing my skills in this area.
3 Ways To Reduce Property Expenses
As investors, we know there are two main ways to put more cash flow in our pockets. We either need to increase income or reduce expenses. This is simple, but not always the easiest to do. Whether you are just starting out with one property or you are managing over 100 properties, reducing expenses becomes critical to your success and growth. In today’s video, my goal is to stimulate your thinking about your property expenses. Want more articles like this?
#1 Reason Newbies Go Broke In Real Estate
The TV real estate gurus advertise that you can get started in real estate with no money. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free I guess technically this is true. I stayed at a timeshare resort in Breckenridge once, and one “owner” was so desperate to get out of his timeshare commitment that he was offering his rights for $1. There are properties in Detroit for around that much, too.
California Investors: Why DSTs Are Better Than LLCs (Hint-Taxes!)
Disclaimer: This article does not constitute legal advice. We recommend you seek the counsel of an attorney familiar with your specific situation and market to ensure you make the best decisions within your real estate business. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free If you’re an investor learning about asset protection, it’s easy to get mixed up or receive poor advice.
To Succeed, Learn Less Fail Sooner | Real Estate Investing | Blog
“People need to be reminded more often than they need to be instructed.” — Samuel Johnson Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free This is one of many quotes that stuck with me after I revisited Darren Hardy’s the The Compound Effect. I first read this book by the former Success magazine publisher a year ago, but it had more impact the second time.
How to Improve Your Ranking in Airbnb Search Results
It’s no surprise that Airbnb has an internal algorithm that filters search results similar to Google. By understanding the rules, we can optimize our listings so that they gain more visibility and make us more money. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Before I begin, I want to mention that we’re not doing anything unethical here.
How to Use the DISC Profile to Communicate Effectively
For the past six months, I've been working on transitioning into being a full-time real estate agent. After committing the better part of nine years to mastering law enforcement, let me tell you, it's a pretty freaking big transition! Everything I used to work on to master is suddenly next to useless. And a ton of things I used to ascribe zero value to are suddenly all that matter to find success in this new world. Want more articles like this?
How to Buy a Small Multifamily Property (A Step-by-Step Case Study!)
I really like small multifamily properties, and I talk about them an awful lot. Several months ago, I wrote a post called “How to Make a Million Dollars in Real Estate” which was designed to show the possibilities for building wealth through real estate – and the start of that plan was the purchase of a small multifamily property. I’ve explained many times that the goal isn’t to buy a property that fits exactly the description mentioned, but rather to teach the math behind the method.
Level Up Your Investing Business With the Right Mentor
Have you heard the great cry? The popularity of real estate investing is exploding. Several factors are responsible for its widespread appeal. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free There’s the high disposable incomes of many Americans, plus the technology to link up with people across the nation, coupled with a surge of interest in achieving financial freedom—just to name a few.
Recession-Proofing Your Real Estate Investments
There’s a lot of talk about being due for another recession. While no one knows what’s truly going to happen or when, I’m going to go over the ways I am recession-proofing my holdings and portfolio. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free How to Protect Your Investments From a Market Crash 1. Buy on cash flow. This is why I love the Midwest—like markets in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.
How Much House Can You Really Afford?
Buying a home—or more than one—is a key component of the American dream. Most first-time home buyers will go to the bank and take out a mortgage without considering how much money they have available to invest in real estate first. Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Let’s take a closer look at what you need to consider and how to figure out how much money you can afford to invest.
When Renting a Home May Be Better Than Buying
In the military, there is a popular idea that you should buy a house at every duty station. I don’t think this could be much further from the truth! Want more articles like this? Create an account today to get BiggerPocket's best blog articles delivered to your inbox Sign up for free Sure, buying a house at every duty station seems like great advice—to people that started in 2010. But what about the service members who bought at every duty station in 2004 to 2008?
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