Starting Out - Looking for Advice

[Jennifer Haje]

Hi Im a licensed Realtor and a RE Transaction Coordinator in New Jersey.  Looking to expand my Real Estate Portfolio and get into RE Investing.  Looking for Guidance and a Mentor.

Have a great day!

[Arron Paulino]

Quote from @Jennifer Haje:

Hi Im a licensed Realtor and a RE Transaction Coordinator in New Jersey.  Looking to expand my Real Estate Portfolio and get into RE Investing.  Looking for Guidance and a Mentor.

Have a great day!

Hi Jennifer! First, I think you need to define what exactly you're looking to get out of all of this. Are you looking to invest in your state or invest out of state? Leave your W2 or just get some side income/diversify your investing portfolio? I'd attend your local REIAs if you're looking for an in-person mentor to guide you. You can find one via meetup.com and/or local Facebook groups. Keep educating yourself before you dive in so you can really set your standards and not get your hopes too high up. I'm telling you this from my experience as I was high with my expectations and really humbled myself getting to where I am now. I've gotten some rentals under my belt on my own, but nothing worth quitting my job for yet although this is my personal goal. Hope for the best and always open to chat!

[Shawn Mcenteer]

Welcome to Bigger Pockets @Jennifer Haje  A good TC can be tough to find. Happy to chat and help answer some of your real estate investing questions/guide.  All the best!

[Sheena Konas]

Hi Jennifer! I am in the same boat as you, a realtor who is on the newer side to investing. So far, I have relied on BP and my real estate expertise to make investment choices. I have not had much luck finding a mentor. Good luck and welcome! Would love to connect and refer if I ever have someone heading to NJ!

[Jennifer Haje]

Quote from @Sheena Konas:

Hi Jennifer! I am in the same boat as you, a realtor who is on the newer side to investing. So far, I have relied on BP and my real estate expertise to make investment choices. I have not had much luck finding a mentor. Good luck and welcome! Would love to connect and refer if I ever have someone heading to NJ!

 Thank you for the reply and the advice.  Let's connect.

[Jennifer Haje]

Quote from @Account Closed:

That's awesome that you're looking to expand into real estate investing! It can be super rewarding. My advice would be to network like crazy, attend local real estate meetups or seminars, and maybe even look for a mentor in your area who's experienced in real estate investing. They can give you some really valuable insights and guidance.

 Thank you Maurie.  I will definitely plan to expand my network this year.

[Jennifer Haje]

Quote from @Shawn Mcenteer:

Welcome to Bigger Pockets @Jennifer Haje  A good TC can be tough to find. Happy to chat and help answer some of your real estate investing questions/guide.  All the best!

 Thank you for reaching out Shawn.  Thank you for offering your expertise.