Investment Property BEFORE Primary Residence?

[Ronnie Goode]

What's up RE peeps?

I'm in the Richmond, VA area and I'm extremely new to RE investing but have been hit by the "bug" like a lot of people. I've been absorbing a ton of information on RE to help with foundational knowledge. This world of RE seems to have so much to offer and I wish I would of started years ago.

I'm pretty much at a crossroads right now though. I currently don't own a primary residence but I am thinking about purchasing an investment property FIRST. 

I would appreciate any perspectives on this strategy/plan from folks that have experience in the RE space. Thanks!