Starting in Real Estate at 35

[Kerry R Harris]

Hello Realtors/Investors I am beginning to start out in Real Estate at 35 coming from the Banking Industry. I am in a competitive market and recently laid off twice from Banks so Im looking to change careers and have always thought about Real Estate however im in experienced. I have an associates degree in business and 36 credit hours away from a bachelors in business or economics but hesitant of finishing and pursuing full time real estate. I have been hearing alot of stories and truly would like to get opinions from BP members on how to get started and suggestions...Thanks all suggetions I would greatly appreciate as a beginner investor

[Melvin Martinez]

@Kerry R Harris

If you're only 36 credit hours away from a bachelor's in business I'd suggest you do real estate AND your degree at the same time. It never hurts to have fall back options or a W-2 type job when applying for a loan to buy a property.

Starting off without a job or experience is going to be difficult to get going unless you have a decent amount of experience or money. I'd also suggest you go work with someone currently working in Real Estate (ideally in whatever method you're wanting to jump in) so you can learn the ropes as you work there.