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Will Home Prices Fall in the South or the North?
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The housing market is splitting into two distinct realities. In some regions, buyers are finally gaining leverage, securing price cuts, and seeing inv...
Buyers Gain the Upper Hand as Spring Market Arrives
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After years of sky-high home prices and intense competition, the tide may finally be turning for buyers. Housing inventory has hit a six-year high, wi...
Trump Signs Executive Order to Expand Lumber Production
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump has unveiled a new plan to ramp up domestic timber production by cutting environmental regulations and exploring tariffs on foreign lu...
The Rise of Reluctant Landlords and How It's Shaping Real Estate
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The return-to-office (RTO) mandates have created an unexpected wave of reluctant landlords—homeowners who never planned to rent out their properties...
How An Investor Launched a Highly Successful Horror Themed Airbnb
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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The Dangers of Hoarding Properties
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Why Build-to-Rent Makes a Ton of Sense This Year
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As housing demand continues to outpace supply, a new investment strategy is gaining momentum—Build-to-Rent (BTR). In this episode, we break down why...
DOGE Takes Aim at Section 8
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is slashing through federal agencies, and HUD is no exception. With $260 million in cuts and counting, ...
Asset Bubble? Is the Market Bound to Crash?
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Markets are soaring, Bitcoin is defying gravity, and gold is quietly making record highs—but are investors ignoring the warning signs? In this episo...
A Short History of Public Housing in the United States
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Public housing has a long and complicated history, from ancient civilizations to the towering high-rises of mid-20th century America. But while the go...
9 Lessons I've Learned After Passively Investing in 3,000 Units
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keep reading the article here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/lessons-i-learned-after-investing-passively-in-3000-units Subscribe to the BiggerP...
3 Months After a Generational Storm, Here's How Asheville's Recovering
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keep reading the article here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/how-ashevilles-housing-market-has-recovered-since-hurricane-helene Subscribe to th...
Is Cash Flow Dead?
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s market, with soaring home prices and high interest rates, achieving positive cash flow on rental properties is harder than ever—especia...
Builder Confidence Sinks as Starts Fall Off
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The U.S. homebuilding industry is facing significant headwinds in 2025, as rising mortgage rates, high construction costs, and new tariff concerns put...
Will Mortgage Rates Improve? Spring Housing Market Outlook & Predictions
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2025 spring housing market is at a crossroads. After two years of sluggish sales, real estate professionals are hopeful for a rebound—but fluctu...
The Truth About Running a Short-Term Rental
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keep reading the article here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/i-made-350k-from-airbnb-last-year-but-it-wasnt-as-pretty-as-you-would-think Subscr...
Zillow Paints an Optimistic Picture for Real Estate in 2025 — With a Note of Caution
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After the roller-coaster ride of the last few years, listings and data analytics site Zillow have painted a generally optimistic outlook for residen...
How to Handle a Property Loss From a Wildfire
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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How Key Migration Trends Are Shaping Out
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keep reading the article here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/new-data-spells-out-the-key-factors-driving-migration-trends Subscribe to the Bigg...
Insurance Costs Begin to Rise in California Following the Fires
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
California homeowners are facing yet another financial strain as rising wildfire risks push insurance costs even higher. Following the devastating Los...
Have Agent Commissions Changed? Here's What a New Analysis Says
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Real estate agent commissions have been a hot topic since the NAR settlement, but have they really changed? In this episode, we break down the latest ...
Is the Lock-In Effect Finally Breaking?
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The lock-in effect has kept millions of homeowners stuck in place, unwilling to sell their homes and take on a higher mortgage rate. But is that start...
AI, Built-to-Rent, and Other Predictions of the Future of Real Estate
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2025 housing market is evolving fast, bringing new challenges and opportunities for investors, landlords, and property managers. In this episode, ...
What Might Happen If Freddie Mae and Freddie Mac Go Private
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For nearly 17 years, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been under government control, but a renewed push to privatize these mortgage giants is gaining t...
The Best Bookkeeping Practices For Short-Term Rentals
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Common Real Estate Scams to Keep an Eye Out For
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Rents For Single-Family Homes Are Outpacing Apartments By Huge Margins
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Single-family rentals (SFRs) are dominating the rental market, outpacing apartment rents by 20%, according to a new Zillow report. With median SFR ren...
Is Trouble Brewing? Six Million Americans Are LATE on Mortgage Payments
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Millions of Americans are falling behind on their mortgage payments, signaling potential trouble for the housing market. A new study from Deeds.com, b...
Tariffs Are Here—Here's What the Official Numbers Could Mean For Investors
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the weekend, the Trump administration imposed some of the strictest tariffs in decades on Mexico, China, and Canada. These new import taxes could...
How Retirement Accounts Could Be Changing Under Trump
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Big changes could be coming to retirement plans under President Trump, and real estate investors need to pay attention. In this episode, we break down...
Is the Multifamily Market Steaming Toward Failure?
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Investors Need to Think Outside the Box
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keep reading the article here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/nine-factors-to-watch-for-as-a-three-dimensional-investor Subscribe to the BiggerP...
Equity vs. Debt: What Part of the Equity Stack is Right For You?
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keep reading the article here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/nine-factors-to-watch-for-as-a-three-dimensional-investor Subscribe to the BiggerP...
Where Home Prices Are Likely to Go This Year
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Home prices are showing signs of weakness for the first time since early 2023, with one in three listings seeing price cuts. Could this be the start o...
Rents Are Falling—But For How Long? The 2025 Rental Market Outlook
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we break down Apartment List’s February 2025 National Rent Report, revealing the latest trends in rent prices, vacancy rates, and w...
Insurance Costs Keep Rising—Here's How You Can Address Them
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Soaring insurance premiums are crushing cash flow for real estate investors, with some landlords seeing costs skyrocket by six times—or losing cover...
The Underlying Risk in a Housing Market That Every Investor Needs to Pay Attention to
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the critical link between real estate investing and climate risk. From Los Angeles’ wildfire zones to the flood-prone Gu...
Are We Barreling Towards More Inflation?
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With President Trump back in office, how will his policies shape the economy, housing market, and inflation in 2025 and beyond? In this episode, we di...
How You Can Scale Your Rental Portfolio Without Losing Track of Your Finances
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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6 Ways Flips Can Be Made Perfect For Buyers
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a flip stand out from the competition? It’s not just about buying low and selling high—it’s about creating a home that buyers can’t...
Five American Cities Made Airbnb's Top 25—Should You Invest in Them?
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Airbnb just released its list of the top 25 trending destinations for 2025, and only four U.S. cities made the cut! From Green Bay’s NFL Draft buzz ...
Months After a Generational Storm, Here's How Asheville is Recovering
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into Asheville, North Carolina’s ongoing recovery from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Once a thriving market with soa...
President Trump Signs Executive Order On Housing—What Does It Mean?
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump’s first executive order of his second term targets the housing crisis, aiming to reduce regulatory burdens, expand housing supply, a...
Demand For Housing Ramps Up Across the U.S.
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Active inventory is climbing, and with it, new opportunities are emerging for both buyers and sellers in today’s housing market. In this episode, we...
How You Can Automate Your Short-Term Rental
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Data Shows That Buyers Hold All the Power in These Markets
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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The “No-Landing” Narrative Could Be Bad News for Investors—Here’s Why
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Counties Where You Can Invest For $100k and Less
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for affordable real estate investments? In this episode, we uncover 11 counties across the U.S. where you can still find homes under $100,000....
LA Fires: What to Do as a Landlord
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the devastating aftermath of the LA Fires, exploring the impact on landlords, tenants, and the real estate market. With...
State of Multifamily—Will Things Get Better?
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The multifamily market is at a crossroads. After years of unprecedented growth fueled by the pandemic-era demand surge, the sector is now grappling wi...
The State of Real Estate Investing—How Did We Get Here?
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 is here, and the real estate market is showing signs of transition. In this episode, we explore the state of real estate investing as the housing...
The Rise of Renters By Choice
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is America shifting toward a culture of lifetime renting, or is this just a trend limited to major metro areas? In this episode, we explore the rise o...
You Can “Short-Term” Rent Your FHA Property—But You Need to Extend the Timeline
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can FHA loans be a stepping stone to your real estate empire? In this episode, we uncover the creative ways you can leverage FHA mortgages for real es...
Six Reasons Why REITs Are Safer Than Rentals
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into a compelling comparison between rental properties and REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts), uncovering six reasons why ...
Housing Rebound? What December's Data Says About the Year
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this month’s market report, we analyze the shifting dynamics of the real estate market as 2024 came to a close. Nearly 60 major markets, includin...
Does House Hacking Still Make Sense?
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for a way to offset skyrocketing housing costs while generating extra income? House hacking might be your answer. From renting out a room to c...
Don’t FLOP On Your Next FLIP
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When I first dipped my toes into the world of house flipping, I was filled with excitement and a fair share of naiveté. I had dreams of turning...
Here's Why North Carolina Could Be the Next Big Time Boom State
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Raleigh and Charlotte, North Carolina, metros grew tremendously over the past five years, with a population growth of 11.53% and 8.81%, respect...
How Investors Lose Thousands Without Proper Bookkeeping
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Real estate investing is one of the best ways to build wealth, but there’s a hidden trap that even seasoned investors fall into—it’s called poor...
The Basics to Renting Out One of Your Rooms
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you are lucky enough to have a spare room in your house that is not filled with random junk, congratulations—you may be sitting on some extra c...
The Problem With Cash for Retirement Planning—And How Real Estate Solves It
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“I saved up a million dollars—and all I got was this lousy $40,000 a year.” That’s the metaphorical T-shirt that the average retiree wears....
8 Reasons Suburban Housing Should Be Your Go-To Investment
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Suburban migration didn’t end with the pandemic. If anything, we’ve seen a long-term shift in American priorities concerning housing, which has l...
Are the Suburbs a Soul-Crushing Abomination?
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In my previous article on the uniquely American suburbs, I delved into their controversial history. Here, I’ll focus on the political and social c...
8 Reasons Why REITs Are More Rewarding Than Rentals
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I wrote an article explaining why I am investing in real estate investment trusts (REITs) instead of rental properties. In short, REITs are still...
13 Real Estate Hot Spots You Won’t Want to Miss Next Year
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Certain cities across the United States are emerging as economic powerhouses, creating ideal conditions for real estate investors. I’ve published...
Banks Face Pressure to Fund Affordable Housing Projects, Opening an Opportunity for Investors
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Affordable housing might be a priority for the government, but that doesn’t mean banks share the same view. According to a recent CoStar artic...
How Eviction Diversion Programs Are Driving Rates (and Costs) Down
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If there’s a downside to investing in real estate, it’s dealing with nonpaying tenants. Many people prefer to put their money in the stock market...
The Pros and Cons of Self-Managing Your Rental Property (From Two Experienced Investors)
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does this scenario sound familiar? “I distinctly remember a conversation I had with my boyfriend shortly after submitting an offer on my very first...
Data Privacy Challenges In Real Estate Could Create Upheaval
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Data privacy is an ever-increasing concern, particularly in finance, where sensitive information like personal and business bank statements, loans, cr...
Improve Your Real Estate Returns by Optimizing Your Existing Properties When Deals Are Hard To Find
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Finding promising equity deals in today’s real estate market can feel like a needle in a haystack. Whether you’re an active or passive real estate...
6 Creative Ways to Cover Your Kids’ College Costs with Real Estate
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you start them early enough, your investments can perform shocking feats of strength. They can even keep pace with the runaway cost of college tu...
What Kind of Insurance Do You Need for Short-Term Rentals?
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You have finally decided to enter the short-term rental (STR) market, and your biggest concern is a call from the local fire department stating that y...
How to Calculate Rent On Any Property
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing how to price your rental property has been an issue since the dawn of time (or whenever the first rental was). Before the internet and modern ...
The Extra Downside Protection I Look For in Investments
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The last two years have felt like a slow-motion car crash in commercial real estate. That goes for office space, of course, but it also goes for m...
Is Investing in Hotels a Better Move Than Scaling Short-Term Rentals?
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pre-pandemic, short-term rentals (STRs) seemed to answer burned-out landlords’ prayers. Guests paid their money upfront, eliminating the need to...
Inside the Fed's Rate Cut: What It Means for Your Money in 2025
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Austin Wolff dives into the Federal Reserve's latest rate cut and what it really means for property investors. In this eye-opening ep...
5 Steps to Starting An STR Business
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a short-term rental business sounds like a dream—passive income, glowing reviews, and a thriving property portfolio. But before you dive in...
What Getting Tenant Turnover Right Can Mean For Your Business
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Turnover can make or break your cash flow as a landlord. In this episode, we dive deep into strategies for reducing tenant turnover, speeding up make-...
Will the Fed Cuts Rates Again Tomorrow
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Federal Reserve is poised for another quarter-point rate cut, marking its third consecutive reduction and signaling a potential shift in monetary ...
Is This America's Next Boom State?
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Raleigh and Charlotte, North Carolina, are booming with population growth and skyrocketing real estate values, but what makes the Tar Heel State stand...
There Are More Renters Than Homeowners in Wealthy States—Why?
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why do states like West Virginia and Mississippi, with some of the lowest incomes per capita, also have the highest homeownership rates? In today’s ...
How You Can Legally Minimize Your Taxes Using Real Estate
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As a landlord, taxes can either be your worst enemy or your secret weapon. In this episode, we uncover the ultimate guide to minimizing your tax bill ...
Realtor.com Predicts the Top 10 Markets For 2025
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into Realtor.com’s predictions for the top real estate markets in 2025. From affordable Sunbelt cities to thriving tech hub...
The 10 Best College Markets For Short-Term Rentals This Past Year
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the college football playoffs starting, short-term rental hosts can reflect on the college towns that saw their properties fill up faster than a ...
Ways For Investors to Think Outside the Box Going Into 2025
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Investing isn’t just about balancing risk and return—it’s about thinking beyond the two-dimensional approach most people take. In this episode, ...
Consumer Confidence is Growing and Housing is Following Close Behind
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the latest Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index, which reveals a significant boost in consumer confidence about the ...
Is Multifamily Doomed?
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the multifamily housing market, which is breaking records with a historic construction boom. With over 520,000 new units...
The Pros and Cons of the BRRRR Strategy
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into one of real estate investing’s most talked-about strategies: BRRRR. The method—Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, R...
The Slippery Slope of BRRRR—Is It Still the Best Way to Run Your Landlording Business?
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we tackle a controversial question: Is the BRRRR strategy still viable in today’s real estate market? With median home prices over ...
Property Insurance Is Changing—Here’s What to Expect Next Year
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the property insurance crisis sweeping across the U.S., with a particular focus on California, Florida, and the Midwest....
Zillow's Housing Predictions For 2025
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we'll look at Zillow’s predictions for the 2025 housing market. From rising home sales and choppy mortgage rates to emerging buyer’...
Two Key Factors That Are Causing People to Move
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into Redfin’s latest report on why homeowners and renters are choosing to move in 2024. While the usual motivations—space...
Investor Purchasing Activity Remain Flatlined in Q3
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the market adjusts to high interest rates, inventory shortages, and political changes, investor activity stabilizes near pre-pandemic levels. We'll...
Why Now Might Be the Best Time to Start Flipping Homes
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the latest insights into the world of house flipping with Matt Myre on the BiggerPockets Daily Show! In this episode, we dive into Q2 home-f...
The housing market is picking up in some of the most expensive regions of the US
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Despite mortgage rate unpredictability, the real estate market is growing in some of the country’s priciest cities. According to the latest Zillow...
11 Last-Minute Tax Hacks Every Investor Needs Before the Year Ends
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For real estate investors, the end of the year isn’t just about closing deals—it’s about making smart moves that could save you thousands on y...
How Letting Go of Control Has Changed My Investments and My Life
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s hard to let go of control. Scary, even. But taking a calculated risk to surrender control in exchange for more freedom can mean progress towa...
Lawton, Oklahoma, is the Best Market For Short-Term Rentals? That’s What the Data Says
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the best market for new short-term rental investors has proven more daunting in recent years. Interest rates and insurance premiums are risi...
Public Housing As a “Solution” Only Makes Affordable Housing Worse
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Public housing has long been a polarizing topic in America, often associated with mismanagement, crime, and decay. But with the housing affordability ...
Corporate HQ Relocations Could Signal the Next Real Estate Boomtowns
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When a Fortune 500 company decides to relocate or establish a new headquarters, it doesn’t just change its own address—it transforms the entire lo...