Ali Boone
BiggerPockets.com
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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4 Life-Changing Lessons My Real Estate Mentor Taught Me
Finding the right mentor can easily mean the difference between success and failure. Here's what one investor learned and would like to pass on so others don't repeat her mistakes. → Read More
The Most Common Turnkey Rental Misconceptions—And Solutions
Don't believe everything you hear about turnkey rentals. Here are the common myths (busted!) plus a guide for setting your expectations for success. With these tips, you'll be well equipped to handle any investing woes that come your way. → Read More
How to Design Your Life Around Giving Back
Turns out, you don't need a superpower to find time to give back to those in need. → Read More
Buy and Rehab vs. Purchasing Turnkeys
Are value-add rehabs better suited to your skill set, risk tolerance, and interests—or would you be better off going with hands-off turnkeys? Read about the advantages and disadvantages of each here. → Read More
3 Things You Don’t Have to Think About With Turnkey Properties
Turnkey rentals allow you to rely on others for the expertise required by other niches—but that doesn't mean they don't require plenty of due diligence. → Read More
Real Analysis of a Triple Net (NNN) Deal: KFC Building
Curious about investing in commercial real estate with a triple net lease (NNN)? To make this kind of deal less intimidating, let's look at a real-life example: a KFC building. Check out the numbers (and learn whether you could replicate this deal) here! → Read More
Should You Put Your Rental Properties in an LLC?
Should you get an LLC for your real estate investing? Isn't that the right thing to do? Maybe not... and here's why. → Read More
6 Essential Considerations When Looking at Real Estate Data
Statistics can be complicated and deceiving when you don't know what to look for. Arm yourself with this information to correctly interpret real estate data! → Read More
What Would Warren Buffett Do? 12 Quotes for Smarter Investing
If you feel like you're losing motivation in your investing career, it may be time to turn the timeless words of wisdom of Warren Buffett. → Read More
The 5 Most Frustrating Turnkey Rental Issues Investors Face
I want to share the challenges I have seen with turnkeys, so if you are possibly thinking of investing in one or more of them, you can set your expectations accordingly and look for various ways to mitigate risk. → Read More
Is Buying a Rental Property with Negative Cash Flow Ever OK?
The first question every investor should ask when they are shopping for an investment rental property is whether or not it will cash flow. The second question every investor should ask, should they find out a property isn’t expected to cash flow, is if there’s no cash flow, where will my returns come from? → Read More
6 Ways to Keep Your Head Straight During Investment Challenges
Some of these things take practice. But the better you get at them, the more efficient and relaxed you can be in this wild industry. So learn them today! Here's how. → Read More
Cheap Properties with High Returns or Nice Properties with Low Returns?
When investing in a rental, do you go for the lower-quality neighborhood (or property) and get the higher returns? Or do you go for the nicer neighborhood (or property) and settle for lower returns? Here are some things to consider. → Read More
4 Buying Criteria for Rental Property (& How I Determine a Good Deal)
What should you look for in a rental property? Are there guidelines? What factors should you consider? What about those pesky “rules of thumb” so many people preach about? Get answers here. → Read More
4 Hazardous Attitudes That Land Investors in Trouble
What are the mindsets—or “hazardous attitudes”—that may cause you problems along the way if you are trying to get into or succeed in real estate investing? → Read More
The Difference Between Investing and Working in Real Estate
Taking a deeper look at these two different real estate strategies will help you decide which is right for you and your financial and real estate goals. → Read More
5 Points to Seriously Consider Before Jumping Into That House Hack
Does house hacking always deliver the perceived benefits? Does house hacking work in every situation and in every market? Not necessarily. → Read More
The Easiest Way to Know if You're Landing a Good Deal (& How to Feel More Confident)
Have you ever gone into a real estate deal feeling like you just aren’t sure what you're getting yourself into? Use this strategy to boost confidence! → Read More
Sorry, But Turnkeys Aren't 100% Hands-Off. For Success, Know THIS.
People think when turnkeys are called “hands-off,” it means they have to do nothing. Well, I hate to break your cookie jar, but turnkeys aren’t hands-off! → Read More
3 Types of Investors Who Might Benefit From Owning Turnkey Rentals
Guess what? Turnkeys aren’t for everyone. But guess what else? They are perfect for some people. So, should you consider one? Read on. → Read More