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1004 - 10 Tips to Successfully Manage Your Property Managers Part 2

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you successfully manage your property manager, you’re saving time, minimizing stress, maximizing profits, and giving yourself the opportunities...

1003 - 10 Tips to Successfully Manage Your Property Managers Part 1

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you successfully manage your property manager, you’re saving time, minimizing stress, maximizing profits, and giving yourself the opportunities...

1002 - Understanding Real Estate Contracts: How They Work, Types, And Terms

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For some newbies, reading a real estate agreement can seem like reading a foreign language. The contract is typically full of confusing legal jargon t...

1001 - A Comprehensive Guide to the Building Inspection Process for Real Estate Investors

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you’re building or rehabbing your investment property, the structure will require an inspection during the construction project—and you’...

1000 - Understanding the Time Value of Money (TVM): What Real Estate Investors Need to Know part 2

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The time value of money states that the money you have today is worth more than the money you’ll have at a future date. The two main reasons why are...

999 - Understanding the Time Value of Money (TVM): What Real Estate Investors Need to Know part 1

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The time value of money states that the money you have today is worth more than the money you’ll have at a future date. The two main reasons why are...

998 - 10 Important Terms To Know When Applying For A Hard Money Loan

09 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Applying for an investment property loan requires understanding the terms used in the lending industry. This is especially important if you are consid...

997 - The Ultimate Guide to Real Estate Syndication

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Real estate syndication can be a lucrative way to enter the real estate investing business. Syndication in real estate gives you a share in investment...

996 - How to Prepare a Property for Renters

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re like many property owners, you want to use your investment property to make rental income. But before you can get to the cash flow part, y...

995 - How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost? Part 2

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Water damage and moisture issues can be anything from a pipe leak to a foundation issue. However, if not taken care of promptly, it can lead to mold g...

994 - How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost? Part 1

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Home inspections are crucial in identifying potential property issues that may not be visible to the naked eye. By providing comprehensive information...

993 - WSJ Says a Housing Bust is Coming For Small Time Investors—Here's Why They Might Be Right by Sandy Yong

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Several days ago, the Wall Street Journal published an article about real estate syndicator Applesway Investment Group (owned by real estate entrepr...

992 - Rents Are Increasing Rapidly in These States Despite Flattening Nationally by Lindsay Frankel

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rent prices tend to increase in spring and summer as more people seek new rental homes, but lower demand alongside new inventory keeps rent prices nea...

991 - The State Of Florida’s Rental Market: What The Data Means For Investors by Melanie Kershaw

02 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Forget basketball and even the weather—when anyone mentions the Miami “heat” in recent years, it’s more likely to be real estate talk. But in ...

990 - Remembering Sam Zell, Legendary Investor & Entrepreneur by Nate Shields

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you were to ask most investors who they thought the biggest player in the real estate industry would be, the name Sam Zell would be many’s first ...

989 - Institutional Homebuyers are Pulling Out of the Market in Droves—What Do They See That You Don’t? by Sandy Yong

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Institutional investors (those who own 1,000 or more homes) have been selling off their inventory in 2023. These big investors have reduced their buyi...

988 - 5 Big Predictions (And 3 Unknowns) That Will Define the Summer Housing Market by Dave Meyer

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s difficult to predict what will happen in the housing market, even during normal times. Given that the economy is anything but normal right now,...

987 - REITs vs. Stocks: Is There Any Diversification Benefit At All? by G. Brian Davis

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For decades, when investment advisors talked about “diversifying your portfolio to include real estate,” they typically meant adding REITs to yo...

986 - A U.S. Default Could Be Catastrophic For Real Estate Investors—Here’s What You Need To Know by Andrew Syrios

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The financial press is abuzz again about the debt ceiling deadline and the risks of another government shutdown and perhaps a catastrophic default on ...

985 - Tampa Real Estate Market: Prices & Trends In 2023 by Matt Myre

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tampa, Florida, is one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. and boasts a strong housing market that’s held up to correction pressures through t...

984 - The Key to Reaching Your Personal & Professional Goals: Networking by Nathan Brooks

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You never know when you might change your business for good. One day at breakfast, I met with a builder with almost $100MM on the street. He had incre...

983 - 3 Simple Steps to Set Achievable (Yet Ambitious!) Real Estate Goals by Whitney Hutten

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Setting great goals is hard. Achieving them is even harder.  How many times have you made a New Year’s resolution (aka goal) and abandoned it by ...

982 - How to Set Goals and Achieve Your Dreams by Jay Chang

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When did we stop growing like we used to when we were kids? Remember being young and absorbing knowledge like a sponge? Growing both mentally and phys...

981 - How to Boost Your Cash Flow With a Water-Efficient Rental Property by Seth Williams

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Of all the rental properties I’ve ever owned, there is one utility bill I’ve always gotten stuck paying out-of-pocket. The water bill. There are...

980 - Airbnb Horror Stories (& How You Can Prevent Your Own) by Erin Spradlin

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

October is the perfect time for snack-size candy, questionable costumes, and entertaining your own worst fears. And for those of you (my mother) who l...

979 - My Property Fell Prey to a Craigslist Rental Scam (Here’s How I Handled It!) by Trey Duling

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It all started when a nice gentleman called my office and asked me if the long-term rental advertised on Craigslist was legitimate or not. I explained...

978 - 4 Types of All-Too-Common Real Estate Scams Making Headlines by Mindy Jensen

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I am a member of the National Association of Realtors. My local association offers classes to help keep us up to date on all the latest real estate ha...

977 - The 6 Most Common Mistakes New Investors Make (Including Thinking It’s Easy!) by Kevin Perk

18 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After a dozen years in the real estate investing business, one thing I have learned is that mistakes will be made. I made some pretty good ones when I...

976 - How to Slash Your Food Bill in Half (AND Support Good Health) by Craig Curelop

17 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Behind housing and transportation, food is an American’s third largest expense at 12 percent of overall spending. In other words, a person who makes...

975 - The Best BiggerPockets Books for Your Real Estate Investing Business by Brandon Turner

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are literally thousands of real estate books on the market today, and trying to separate the best from those that can easily be passed on can be...

974 - 4 Toxic Habits That Sabotage Even the Most Promising New Investors by Brett Snodgrass

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we approach the new year, I’ve come to realize that in my own life, there have been several things throughout my past that have been extremely to...

973 - 11 Smart Ways to Use BiggerPockets to Become a Better Entrepreneur by Anson Young

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With a diverse community as big as BiggerPockets, it’s easy to get lost or overwhelmed by the amount of Forum posts, blogs, people and information...

972 - 10 Simple Actions to Substantially Build Your Network — Starting Today! by Tiffany Alexy

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Cultivating a network of professional contacts is arguably one of the best things you can do for your business — and for yourself. Working in real e...

971 - 5 Traits to Ditch Right Now to Become a Successful Investor by John Fedro

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has their own unique experiences in real estate investing and building a portfolio of properties. Some of us develop a thriving local (or not...

970 - 3 Habits of Incredibly Lucky People (For Better Fortune in Business & Life!) by Scott Trench

11 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What makes someone successful? Skill?  Talent?  Right place, right time?  What if I told you that I believe “luck” is one of the most important...

969 - Unpopular Opinion: Self-Help Books Do More Harm Than Good by Alexander Felice

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve spent any length of time trying to “succeed” in life, then you’ve probably turned to self-help books at some point. Most real estate...

968 - 3 Productivity Books That Changed My Life by Nathan Brooks

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When I start reading a book, I don’t try to internalize it line by line. It’s too overwhelming to attempt to retain every bit of wisdom packed ins...

967 - 7 Habits You Didn’t Know Were Derailing Your Finances Every Month by Craig Curelop

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I can already feel the hate mail coming my way. The “you have to live” talks. The “you’re missing out on the best times of your life” talks....

966 - This Simple Advice Will Help You Manage Contractors & Other Workers More Effectively by Andrew Syrios

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One last time I will delve into the amoral and borderline sociopathic book 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene with a lesson that every half-decent ...

965 - My Grossest Real Estate Story Ever (& Why I’m Grateful it Happened, Hazmat Suit and All) by John Fedro

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Over my 16 years of investing in mobile homes, I’ve heard a similar nasty story to the one below from two other active mobile home investors. If we ...

964 - How to Accurately Estimate Expenses on a Rental Property in 3 Easy Steps by Brandon Turner

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I have a proposition for you. You give me $20,000 and I’ll give you… nothing. In fact, you’ll give me another $50 to $200 per month until you go...

963 - Why You DON’T Need a Massive Buyers List to Succeed as a Wholesaler by Brett Snodgrass

04 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Would you believe me if I said you didn’t need a massive buyers list to successfully wholesale properties? So many times, real estate gurus emphasi...

962 - 5 Steps I Used to Launch My Real Estate Investing Career by Chris Prit

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about investing but not sure if it’s right for you? I used real estate investing to pursue financial independence, but I had some do...

961 - A Step-by-Step Guide to Set Up Your LLC (With Video!) by Matt Faircloth

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A popular topic I hear a lot about is LLCs. It’s talked about all over BiggerPockets and my YouTube channel. People pose questions like, “Should I...

960 - Think Like The Greeks: Build Your Investing Philosophy With Stoicism by Andrew Syrios

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“The more we value things outside our control, the less control we have.” – Marcus Aurelius, Meditations If there’s been one theme to my wr...

959 - 12 Frequently Asked Questions (And Answers) About DSCR Loans by Robin Simon

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So far, throughout 2023, we have published several articles on DSCR loans, a loan product that continues to grow in popularity among real estate inves...

958 - These Are The Top 20 Up-And-Coming Real Estate Markets This Spring by Lindsay Frankel

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Housing activity often picks up in the spring, but this year, housing affordability concerns and recession fears are impacting seasonal trends. Whil...

957 - The Changing Face of America’s Renters (& What It Means for Investors) by G. Brian Davis

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you thought of the cast of “Friends” (but poorer), you weren’t wrong. Historically, renters have been young and single, with low to mid incom...

956 - 10 Landlord-Tenant Laws Every Landlord Should Know by Kaycee Jackson

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

While the process of finding a new tenant can be relatively straightforward, the tricky part is familiarizing yourself with landlord-tenant laws. And,...

955 - 7 Ways You Can Get Started In Real Estate Investing by Anthony Greer

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Real estate is considered one of, if not, the best investment you can make. Housing has been very consistent throughout history, more so than any othe...

954 - Short-Term Rental REITs: What They Are And How You Can Invest In Them by John Andrew Entwistle

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Short-term rentals (STRs) are the fastest-growing segment in hospitality and have been gaining market share for years. A confluence of factors like ...

953 - The 11 Lasting Truths Of Real Estate: These Experts Divulge Their Secrets To Success by Lindsay Frankel

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Real estate prices fluctuate based on supply and demand, but because so many demographic, economic, and policy changes influence the markets, it’s v...

952 - It’s Official—Commercial Real Estate Is Collapsing by Andrew Syrios

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The residential real estate market is doing better than most had expected after interest rates more than doubled last year. Prices declined nationally...

951 - What An Analysis Of 295 Housing Markets Told Me About The National Market by Dave Meyer

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How would you describe the housing market right now? Is it up? Flat? Down? Crashing? Each option is a little bit correct and a little bit wrong. Tha...

950 - Home Prices Rose In 93 Of The 100 Largest Housing Markets—Is The Correction Ending? by Matt Myre

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After seven straight months of declining prices, the S&P/Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index increased in February, and March seems to be ca...

949 - Did We Avoid A Recession With Help From The Housing Market? by Lindsay Frankel

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Economists look to the residential housing market as a primary indicator of whether a recession is coming, and home transaction and construction dat...

948 - The Top 5 Ways You Can Invest As A Group by Travis Smith

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For centuries, investing as a group has been a key ingredient in building wealth. I recognized early in my journey that earning a college degree, land...

947 - Dallas Real Estate Market: Prices & Trends In 2023 by Dave Meyer

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dallas, Texas, is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country, with a large, diversified, and growing economy. With home prices below...

946 - FICO Scores And Hard Money Loans: Why They Go Hand In Hand by Deanna Lubin

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When growing a real estate investing business, having a good FICO Score is a key factor in obtaining capital and achieving the highest return on inves...

945 - What Kind Of Rental Property Insurance Do You Need For Short, Medium, And Long-Term Rentals? by Max McClure

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Investing in real estate comes with risk, and having the right insurance coverage is critical to protecting your rental property investment. Just as e...

944 - It’s Spring! Here Are 10 Ways To Apply Some Spring Cleaning To Your Business by Lindsay Frankel

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When the weather warms up, it’s a good time to clean out the nooks and crannies and not just the ones in your closet. Every year, you should take a ...

943 - Multifamily DSCR Loans: A New High-Impact Loan Option For Real Estate Investors? by Robin Simon

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the past few months, we have published a couple of robust overviews of DSCR loans, a popular loan product that has entered the scene over the past ...

942 - Will A Struggling U.S. Dollar Impact Real Estate Investors? by Andrew Syrios

14 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Every great empire that has come before the United States has eventually fallen. Some have fallen at least somewhat gracefully, like Great Britain. Ot...

941 - The 20 Best Property Management Software For Real Estate Investors by Brandon Turner

13 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a real estate investor, your business thrives when it’s properly maintained and optimized for future growth. You’ve counted the costs, done the...

940 - Will Investors With High Credit Scores Pay More Now? What The New Mortgage Rules Actually Mean by Andrew Syrios

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s been a lot of alarm in the real estate investment community lately over a newly enacted Federal Housing Finance Agency rule for Fannie Mae a...

939 - Watch Out—Rent Prices In These 10 Markets Are Falling The Quickest by Lindsay Frankel

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Median asking rents are beginning to dip in many markets, according to new data from Redfin, a turnaround from the skyrocketing rent prices observ...

938 - How Should You Invest $50,000 In Real Estate Right Now? by Andrew Syrios

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A common question on the BiggerPockets forums goes something like this, “I have $50,000 and looking to invest in real estate. How should I start?”...

937 - Are High Tax Rates Forcing Americans To Move? What Does That Mean For Investors? by G. Brian Davis

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do Americans really vote with their feet, leaving high-tax states in favor of low-tax states? While most people don’t move often—and many never le...

936 - Can You Write Off Home Improvements On Your Taxes? by Scott Gibson

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone would love to reduce their tax bill and pay less money to the IRS. But did you know that you can write off home improvements on your taxes? T...

935 - Is Seattle A Good Market For Real Estate Investing? Here’s The Latest Trends by Melanie Kershaw

07 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s face it. It would be tough to become a local expert in every market where you are interested in buying an investment property. It takes a grea...

934 - 7 Key Relationships That Will Make You More Money In Any Market by Kurt Carlton

06 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s face it. It would be tough to become a local expert in every market where you are interested in buying an investment property. It takes a grea...

933 - Data Over Drama And Why Investors Should Work With Agents by Nate Shields

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I recently asked an agent what they were doing for lead generation. Zillow was one of their sources. Here’s how the conversation went with one prosp...

932 - The Top 10 Best Housing Markets Forecasted For Strong Demand This Decade by Dave Meyer

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Strong demographics have fueled the U.S. demand for housing over the last several years. As millennials, now the largest generation alive in the count...

931 - Real Estate Prices Finally Decline Year-Over-Year After 131 Straight Months Of Increases by Andrew Syrios

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It was bound to happen, and it finally did.  Last month, according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), real estate pri...

930 - How To Manage Your Long-Distance Investment Properties Using Technology by Ryan Barone

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to investing in real estate, you may be tempted to stay close to home, and this is understandable. You’re more likely to understand th...

929 - Annual Percentage Rate (APR) vs. Interest Rate: What’s The Difference? by Scott Gibson

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The annual percentage rate (APR) and interest rate are two critical metrics affecting the cost of borrowing money. Although both figures are related, ...

928 - New Proposed Tax Plan Seeks To Eliminate 1031 Exchanges by Lindsay Frankel

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

President Biden’s proposed Budget for the Fiscal Year 2024 seeks to promote expanded access and improved affordability in healthcare and education...

927 - How To Get A Mortgage As A Low-Income Borrower by Scott Gibson

29 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A low-income home loan could be your answer to homeownership if you have below-average earnings. Unfortunately, insufficient income is why banks and l...

926 - Why You Should Use Rent Receipts As A Landlord by Anthony Greer

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Any tax person will tell you that you should save a receipt for every business-related purchase, no matter how small. Even so, many landlords are not ...

925 - A Spike In Supply Could Tank Multifamily Prices This Year by Dave Meyer

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Commercial real estate is facing stress from several directions. The primary stress is rising interest rates, which are putting upward pressure on ca...

924 - What Is NOI In Real Estate? by Scott Gibson

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Net operating income (NOI) is a vital real estate profitability metric to help you calculate an investment property’s potential revenue. The NOI pro...

923 - How Many Mortgages Can You Have? by Anthony Greer

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever wonder how many mortgages you can have at once? In 2009, Fannie Mae updated its same borrower policy, amending the maximum number of con...

922 - What If A Tenant Doesn't Move Out In Time? by Scott Gibson

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a nightmare scenario for any landlord. The lease expires, and your tenant doesn’t move out on time. You are then faced with the complicated d...

921 - ChatGPT and How to Use It in Real Estate by Lindsay Frankel

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Artificial intelligence has been around for decades, but it seemed a lot more innocuous when it was just playing checkers. ChatGPT, an AI language pr...

920 - How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make? by Anthony Greer

22 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Real estate agent earnings vary widely based on numerous factors, including experience, location, and niche. Some agents struggle to get by while othe...

919 - Investing In Condos: 6 Of Your Burning Questions, Answered by Deanna Lubin

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A condo can be an attractive choice when purchasing an investment property, especially for first-time investors. They generally cost less than single-...

918 - What Is A Rent Ledger And Why Do You Need One? by Anthony Greer

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Managing rental properties is a complex task, especially when it comes to keeping track of which tenants are paying on time and who has outstanding ba...

917 - Off-Market Properties: What Are They And How Do You Find Them? by Scott Gibson

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Real estate properties listed as “off-market” are not publicly listed for sale. However, that does not mean that you cannot buy off-market propert...

916 - What Is A Wraparound Mortgage? by Anthony Greer

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A wraparound mortgage is a financial option for real estate investors and traditional home buyers. In many cases, it can be a more desirable alternati...

915 - The 24 Best Real Estate Investing Books For Beginners by Anna Cottrell Part 2

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are hundreds—if not thousands—of books on real estate, personal finance, personal development, and motivation. It’s likely you’ve heard ...

914 - The 24 Best Real Estate Investing Books For Beginners by Anna Cottrell Part 1

16 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are hundreds—if not thousands—of books on real estate, personal finance, personal development, and motivation. It’s likely you’ve heard ...

913 - What Is Bonus Depreciation And How Does It Work? by Anthony Greer

15 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bonus depreciation lets you maximize your return and minimize your tax liabilities. With bonus depreciation, you can deduct a large portion of the cos...

912 - Top 5 Recession-Proof Housing Markets In 2023 by Zach Lemaster

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Choosing the right real estate investment to add to your portfolio requires ample research and extensive knowledge about the market that you’re inve...

911 - What Is Commingling And Is It Legal? by Anthony Greer

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Commingling refers to the combining or intermingling of funds that may be coming from various sources or earmarked for different purposes. As a real e...

910 - Should You Sell Your House Without A Realtor? by Scott Gibson

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Selling your house without a Realtor may not be as complicated as you think. Although more work is involved, selling without the help of a real estate...

909 - Could Banking Failures Actually Mean Good News For Multifamily Investors? by Paul Moore

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I know what you’re thinking. This guy is trying to stretch the SVB headlines into a multifamily real estate investing story. It must be clickbait. ...

908 - What Is Rent Guarantee Insurance—Do Investors Need It? by Anthony Greer

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rental properties are a fantastic source of income as long as your tenants pay rent. Unfortunately, even the strictest tenant screenings are imperfe...

907 - Are Banking Failures Going To Cause Another 2008-Like Crash? by Andrew Syrios

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It goes without saying that investors of all stripes have been spooked by the recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, as well as t...

906 - The Safety Of Principal Should Be Your Main Concern Right Now by Paul Moore

08 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you listening to the advice of the world’s greatest investors? More importantly, are you acting on that advice?  If it isn’t clear already, t...

905 - How To Calculate The Square Footage Of A Home by Anthony Greer

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A square foot is a measured amount of flat space that covers an area. Its measurement is one foot x one foot (or 12 inches * 12 inches, equaling 14...