New to the REI journey !!!!

[Rafael Perez]

Hey everyone,

I am brand new to the BP site but I've been listening to BP podcasts, reading books, and doing research for awhile now. A little background: I am currently attending the University of Nebraska Omaha getting my bachelors degree in business. I grew up in Omaha and looking to flip, BRRRR, and house hack in the area.

I am reaching out because I want to get some field experience before I start building my portfolio. My dad and uncle are physical-labor contractors and although I've learned a lot of trade-skills from him, I lack exposure to the financial nuances of buying and selling property.

I'm looking for opportunities to expand my knowledge of the home buying/selling process. I think any experience that I can earn now will pay off once I decide to start looking at properties of my own. Whether that means developing a relationship with a local investor, performing analysis, or doing side-gigs. I can provide value with my strong background in math, construction knowledge, and high work drive.

If anyone has tips on what helped them make forward-progress as a young investor or ways to gain exposure to the field, please share.

Thanks!