New guy, any advice is greatly appreciated

[Manuel Sandoval]

okay so I'm 17 years old and in my last year of high school. College isn't in my plans. I plan on working in the construction field, starting out as a construction laborer. I also want to flip houses. You know, buy them and rent them out. Any advice as to how to purchase my first property?

[Bryan N.]

After high school is over pursue the construction job to earn money and learn.  Then join a low cost realtor firm and get your license.  Then work construction, lease places for people,  maybe sell a property or two and save up cash.  When your done you will know how to find places, fix them, and lease them.  A lot of things in America are "instant" but this one is a longer journey then that.  you can't just order #4 off the taco bell drive through and it happens in this industry. 

Article about leasing:

http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/223/topics/161...

Since your 17 and already thinking this way... Your going to do well in life!