Introduction / Looking to buy first Multi Family in Rhode Island

[Matt Davis]

Hi All, I'm writing this mostly to introduce myself. I've been lurking these forums and studying RE for the past five or so years while in college. I'm now out of school, living in Boston, working full time, and getting ready to jump in with a small multifamily. The next step for me is to start networking with some local investors, so I'll probably show my face at some of the local meetups going forward. I know there are a couple on the 6th and 15th.

I'm mostly looking in Rhode Island / Providence because I have connections in the area and the market is more affordable / cash-flow friendly when compared to Boston. I have a decent financial situation, and some family members that might invest with me, so that should prove useful going forward. I still have a lot to learn about structuring the deal and financing, so I'm planning to meet with some local banks (recommendations welcome) and an attorney over the coming weeks, and connect with brokers once I can paint a clearer picture of what I'm looking for and how it'll be funded. 

Anyway, I'm excited to meet some of you folks in the area.