Anyone get started in REI later in life?

[Christine Sykes]

Hello everyone, I'm wondering how many of you started investing later in life. Anyone start in their 40s, 50s or later?

If so, what has been your experience so far? Are there any strategies or concerns specific to investors who are getting a later start? 

Thanks, any insight you may have is most welcome!

[William H.]

@Christine Sykes I'm starting now, at age 53.  My primary goal is to reach my freedom number in 12 years.  Can't tell you yet how it's going to turn out, but I have faith in my own abilities buttressed by the knowledge base available here on BP.  Stick around and I'll post my progress over the years.  Better yet, post yours along the way and we can compare our successes and learn from each others mistakes (along with a few hundred thousand of our closest friends).  =)

Cheers!