In College, Seeking Advice from Colorado Springs Area

[Daniel Venhaus]

Good morning, BiggerPockets members,

My name is Daniel Venhaus, and I've been a member of BP for several months but this is my first discussion post. I'm currently enrolled in school, with approximately 2 yrs left. During this time, I'd like to invest some of the money my wife and I have put into savings. I already have a 401(k) through my job, but would really like to focus on REI. Are there any members out there in a similar situation? Or any seasoned investors that could advise on smart steps I could take in this period in life?

To be more helpful, here is a simple breakdown of my financial state:

 -Attending college for PTA degree, no school loans or debt

-Working two part-time jobs, wife works as family nanny

-A sizable amount in savings (I'd rather not state the exact amount in a public forum)

My current thought is to do capitol investments with maybe a local fix-and-flip investor. But overall, simply looking for advice and suggestions since I am a novice at this point.

If there are any beginner investors in the CO Springs area that read this, I would enjoy getting together and learning from you. Please feel free to contact me.

Daniel Venhaus