Young and moving to Virginia, seeking opportunities!

Young and moving to Virginia, seeking opportunities!

Watertown, NY · Member since 2013 · 24 posts · 3 votes

Hello BiggerPockets community! You may have seen me post some questions about real estate when I thought I was moving to Arizona, but my plans have changed! I was going to live with my brother for a while to help me get off my feet, but he recently got a promotion and is moving to Virginia. If you have not seen my posts, I am 19 years old and recently dropped out of college after 3 semesters so I can fulfill my dream of becoming a real estate investor full time! I understand it will take a lot to get there but I am willing to learn and start early. I have flooded my head with so much knowledge the past year and a half on the BiggerPockets website, that my motivation, drive, and excitement can barely be contained!

Now to the main part of my post. Like I said before I am 19 years old, and willing to jump right into the real estate business. I have researched a lot about wholesaling and rental properties, and minimally about flips. I was wondering if there is anybody in the Norfolk, Virginia Beach, or Richmond areas that is looking for an assistant to their growing real estate business, an employee in their property management business, or even a wholesaler they can count on. If there is also an individual around those areas that would like to become a mentor, that would also be greatly appreciated. I am just looking for opportunities that can get me into the business so I can gain as much knowledge as possible! I am young, not tied down, and willing to learn and gain experience.

If anyone also has some advice for me as I start my journey that is also appreciated!

Thanks,

Kyle

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  • Investor · Fort Wayne, IN · Member since 2014 · 1k+ posts · 515 votes
    11y

    @Kyle Alberry welcome to BP

  • Watertown, NY · Member since 2013 · 24 posts · 3 votes
    11y

    @Jeremy Tillotson  Thank you!

  • Investor · Norfolk, VA · Member since 2014 · 164 posts · 51 votes
    11y

    Hey Kyle,  when are you suppose to be moving to the area?

  • Watertown, NY · Member since 2013 · 24 posts · 3 votes
    11y

    @Gary Alford  I have supposed to go down there early March. My brother is supposed to in Virginia March 1st for his promotion, so I hope to be down there a couple days after that.

  • Investor · Ashland, VA · Member since 2008 · 41 posts · 20 votes
    11y

    Hi Kyle,
    Step 1 - Sign up for the Richmond REIA

  • Real Estate Agent / Realtor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2014 · 40 posts · 18 votes
    11y

    Hey @Kyle Alberry . I used to work with a flipper in the Virginia Beach/ Chesapeake area. He can be a real pain sometimes, but he's a great guy and we still speak regularly. He may be looking for some help right now. If you'd like, I can send him your contact info and put you two in touch. 

  • Hanford, CA · Member since 2013 · 5k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    11y

    Welcome!

    We got started in Virginia Beach. Have you thought about going back to school. Old Dominion has an AMAZING real estate program! I have heard great things about it! I got started by working for a commerical/multi family company and than using my W2 to leverage my income. 

    Good Luck! Love and miss that area. 

  • Watertown, NY · Member since 2013 · 24 posts · 3 votes
    11y

    @Ray Jacobsen I will absolutely do that! Thank you for providing the link!

    @G.A. Miller That would be wonderful! I would appreciate that very much. I will PM you the details.

    @Elizabeth Colegrove If I were to go back to school it would only be part time. I am not sure if I would want to go full time again. And that's a wonderful start to investing! Using a W2 to leverage income is what I am thinking about doing! Thank you and good luck in your future endevours!

  • Hanford, CA · Member since 2013 · 5k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    11y

    I am the first one to tell you school isn't fun! On the other hand without my education I wouldn't be where I am today! Lots of people have done it everythingn but for me and my "story" it was imperative! Just another's persons story!

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