Holy schnikes! (Yes, I just said “schnikes.”) The BiggerPockets Podcast has just surpassed the quarter-millennium mark—in terms of number of podcast episodes, that is. That’s 250 podcasts! With each one an average of one hour and 15 minutes, that’s 300+ hours of podcast listening, or over 12 days…

Sometimes it seems like just about anyone can start a company and call themselves “movers”. But aside from scouring Yelp, how can you determine your mover’s credibility? This is where ICC MC Numbers come in. We’ll explain the acronym, and break down why this number is one way to ensure your movers…

Actress and producer Eva Longoria has put her Hollywood Hills home on the market for $14 million. The star purchased the place from none other than Tom Cruise for $11.4 million in 2015. At the time, she had just become engaged to José "Pepe" Bastón , now her husband. She told Us magazine that when…

Want to host a giant Thanksgiving dinner, but think it's hopeless because you live in a tiny apartment or other wee space? Never fear—you don't need the powers of Houdini to squeeze your guests around your breakfast nook, or that turkey and stuffing and pie into your overcrowded oven. Hosting can…

Real estate investing involves finding deals—properties or notes—at a discount big enough to make money. And in this current hot market, you need to find the deal that no one else has found. But how can you tell if it’s a deal or a scam? Not every property fits into the cookie cutter mold that a…

Ever wonder how much some people paid for a house, but were too shy to ask them outright? Then it might be tempting to delve into real estate stalking—the simple and fun practice where you type in their address on a site such as realtor.com® and find out how much their place is worth. Relax!…

For decades, entertainers such as Ella Fitzgerald , Nat King Cole , and Bing Crosby made their way to Casa Della Madonna when they needed a luxe lakeside getaway. The storied villa sits on the wooded shores of Lake Sherwood, tucked away in southern Ventura County near Thousand Oaks, CA . The most…

There are signs home buyers in metropolitan New York are pausing to consider the effects of proposed federal tax law changes, setting the stage for a possible chill in the market, brokers say. The changes, in versions of bills in both the House and the Senate, likely would increase the cost of home…

If you’re up for summering like a president in 2018, check out this Martha's Vineyard compound in Chilmark, MA . It's where the Obama family vacationed in 2013, and it's now on the market for $17.75 million. Thomas Wallace holds the listing. While the price tag is hefty, it’s actually come down by a…

Real estate investing can be amazing. There’s a semi-famous quote that says the most number of millionaires have been created through real estate investments. However, there can certainly be a darker side to investing in real estate. Before pursuing a path in real estate investing, consider these…

A glittering custom estate in Palm Beach, FL, once offered for $99 million has been reduced to $72.5 million, which still makes it the most expensive new listing this week on realtor.com®. Built in 2012 for the current owners, this palatial property has the “finest construction in an estate with…

Nobody wants unnecessary kitchen clutter. Marie Kondo and Alton Brown have drilled it into our heads that our artfully arranged kitchen storage spaces should be stocked (never stuffed) only with multipurpose, untrendy, chef-style kitchen gear; leave the Spiralyzer for somebody else's yard sale! And…

Ten years ago, Kip Fulks —co-founder of Under Armour—and his wife snapped up a property with over 7,000 acres in central Pennsylvania, to indulge his love for hunting and create a family retreat. Now they want to sell it for $13.5 million . “His kids are getting to an age where they’re getting too…

“It’s better to burn out than to fade away.” —Neil Young Oh boy, h ere we go. I’m sure you are rolling your eyes or maybe fuming at the thought that I’m about to take on this upstart powerhouse! Like most upstarts, Chip and Joanna Gaines have built their empire quickly. When most get into this…

The winningest coach in NBA history is selling a winning property in Hanalei, HI, for $15 million. Sitting on a 5-acre parcel on Kauai's coveted and quiet northern shore is the 2,738-square-foot bungalow with two beds and 2.5. Built in 1998, this home is now on the market for the first time. Located…

The good news is there were no surprises during the rehab process. The renovation is almost complete, and there are only a few items that need to be finalized. If you haven’t already seen the pre-renovation stages, that video can be viewed here . I recommend checking it out. Breakdown of a $30k…

If you’re reading this sentence, odds are you’re the hungry, ambitious type who will see a million dollars in the next few years (if you haven’t already.) And if you are (you are), then you’ve probably heard of TED Talks, the inspirational—and insanely popular —short-form conference-style videos…

Pet allergies might not be a problem for you, but there's a decent chance one of your guests can't sit among dander without sneezing or coughing. And even if a pet is taken out of the house, it takes a certain amount of time for dander levels to go down significantly. “Studies show that it may take…

There are a lot of wholesalers out there with full-time jobs who want to quit but need extra money to stay afloat while investing in real estate. Well, today, let’s explore five side hustles that will allow you to generate income while investing in real estate. Check it out! 1. Become a real estate…

Indiana isn't the first place that pops into one's mind when thinking of modern home design. However, we ask you to put the state's reputation aside and behold this minimalist gem in Michigan City, IN, on the market for $859,000. Designed by Chicago-based architect Brad Lynch of Brininstool + Lynch,…

Because of the bravery and sacrifices of veterans and active military, the rest of the country’s civilians can live the American dream in safety. As one tangible way to say "thank you for your service," current and former members of the military have access to Veterans Affairs home loans. These…

A few years ago Mindy Jensen wrote a very neutral blog post about the costs and benefits of obtaining your real estate license. Just a couple of weeks ago, serial entrepreneur Engelo Rumero wrote another article about why you should not get your real estate license. And so the great debate…

What You Might Forget When Choosing a Moving and Storage Company Moving doesn’t always go smoothly. If you sell your home too quickly, you may have to rent while still searching for a new home. Maybe you’re relocating and need to spend some time in a new city, like New York , while deciding on which…

You don’t need to stop what you’re doing to save money. Plenty of people say, “I just can’t go without!” and if you’re one of those people, but still want to find ways to save money, consider the tips in this article. We can learn to go without, but sometimes going from 0 to 100 is a little too…

Back when I purchased my first investment property, an owner-occupied duplex, it wasn’t some spectacular deal. In fact, I paid retail price for it, the actual appraised value. I didn’t use any creative financing strategies, and the seller wasn’t in distress or anything like that. I just took action.…

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Even the most prepared and organized moving companies will face the inevitable (and dreaded) day that a conflict arises during a move. How do you handle this situation in a professional, proactive, and responsible way? We’ve outlined a variety of situations and offered tips for how you can use…

To be quite honest, in my close to 30 years in property management, I’ve never had a problem with pets. My problems have always been with the pet’s owners. For example, it’s usually not the pet who doesn’t change the litter box, and it isn’t the pet’s idea to have 8 dogs in one apartment. Yes, that…

“You make your money when you buy.” “The blind man sees things clearest.” “It’s darkest just before the dawn.” All of these sound cool, but they are simply not correct in a literal sense. I would even argue they are misleading. The vast majority of the time when purchasing anything, including…

On Veterans Day, Americans give a big collective thank-you to the estimated 30 million military veterans for their service to our country. But those who've returned from service abroad often face challenges at home, and some places are definitely more hospitable to our nation's veterans than others.…

When you move into a new home, you may need to spend some time deciding what furniture goes where, which items just need to go, and what to do with that antique armoire that you just can’t part with. Storage is a great way to give yourself time to decide, but how much does furniture storage cost?…

In this article, I want to walk you through my most recent purchase here in Denver, CO. I’ll show you how it fits with my overall plan, and I’ll explain how I found this (off-market) deal, how I analyzed it, and how I financed it. Then I’ll walk you through the most important qualitative…

When we look at historic homes, we're used to seeing Italianate, Greek Revival, and Gothic Revival styles. However, a fortresslike Romanesque Revival home is extremely rare. Dating to medieval Europe, Romanesque design spanned the sixth to 11th centuries, and predates the arrival of Gothic style in…

It’s official – soon you’re going to have to move to a new home. As a result, you keep asking yourself one specific question over and over again: should you hire a moving company ? You think you’re facing the ultimate house moving dilemma – hiring movers vs. doing it yourself – when, in fact, you…

Normal is not the same as average. That’s a theme we’ll revisit time and again over the next five minutes. We’ll start by breaking down two years in the life of a rental property and look at how a normal month looks very different from the monthly average. In rental management and in life, money…

When the weather is beautiful year-round and the beaches call your name just about every day, what other reason do you need to move to Pompano Beach, FL? An amazing variety of festivals throughout the year, that’s what. Whether you want family fun or something more for the adults, you’ll find…

The most expensive rental apartment in Los Angeles has landed on the market at a staggering $100,000 a month. But when you learn about the features and amenities this one-of-a-kind penthouse offers, you might believe the six-figure sum is a royal deal. For starters, the 18,000-square-foot unit takes…

On November 2, 2017, the U.S. House of Representatives released its proposal for tax reform called the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R.1). Though lacking a creative title, the 429 page bill proposes sweeping changes that will affect how you invest in the future. Our firm tediously analyzed each page of…