Smart to purchase investment property before primary residence?

[Anthony Barbato]

I am currently 27 years old and still live at home with my parents. I want to get into the real estate field, particularly purchasing rental propeties, and I am not sure if now is a good time or not.

I do have a serious girlfriend at the moment, but wouldn't expect to start looking at homes together for another year or two.

Some poeple that I talk to tell me anytime is a good time to invest in real estate, and other people tell me that I should own a primary residence before I even begin looking for investment properties.

Any insight would be greatly appreciated!