by Andrew Syrios There’s been a lot of chatter on BiggerPockets lately about D class properties and the dangers that such properties pose, particularly to newbies. Mark Ainley says they’re for advanced investors only, Ben Leybovich advises against buying anything under $30,000, and even I have thrown my hat in the ring by denouncing the devious impostor known as the 2 percent... Continue Reading →

by Andrew Syrios You will catch more flies with honey than vinegar, as the old saying goes. And it’s true in more ways than just that being kind to others is more likely to make others be kind to you. Reciprocation — or more appropriately the longing to reciprocate (both favors and wrongdoings) — is at... Continue Reading →

by Larry Alton You’ve probably heard other landlords talk about rent to own agreements in the past, but have you ever considered entering into one with a current or prospective tenant? This sort of setup can afford you many benefits over the course of the agreement. How Does it Work? In most situations, real estate investors... Continue Reading →

by Kevin Perk Buying apartments can be a great way to invest in real estate, build wealth, and realize your financial goals. I personally own several smaller apartment buildings, and they have been some of my best performing properties. But should newbies jump in head first and buy apartment buildings as their first real estate investment?... Continue Reading →

by Andrew Syrios We humans are an interesting species, to say the least. One of the odd peculiarities about our psyches is the need for consistency. Or to put it in another way, once we start down a path, we don’t like to change course. The most obvious expression of this psychological truth is seen in the form... Continue Reading →