New and Learning

[Storm Rowles]

Hey everyone! My name is Storm. 

I am just beginning my journey in real estate investing and looking for some advice on some things. I live in south west Michigan and I just graduated with my associates degree. Rather than transferring schools, I decided to follow my dream of starting my own media production company shooting creative video and photo for brands, businesses, and real estate. I have also been studying real estate investing during this time. Reading a lot of bigger pockets books and podcasts absorbing as much as possible. My plan is to build a solid portfolio of long and short term rentals (Preferably in Michigan as I love living here and take pride in investing here) that would provide passive income allowing me to travel and enjoy operating my media business freely. 

My big question at the moment is if I should get my real estate license or not? I feel that not only would it would be a great side hustle to bring in some extra cash flow to invest with, but would be a great networking opportunity as well. 

Another thing I have been searching for in Michigan are more investor meet ups and networking opportunities. I would love to be able to talk with current investors and hear about their experiences with the market in Michigan and how they journey has been. 

Thank you in advance for any replies. Super excited to keep learning and buy my first property in the next year!