Investment Bookkeeping Opportunities

[Ashley Lehman]

I'm really interested in getting started in property investment, but I'm struggling to feel confident in knowing where to start.  I'm currently a payroll manager part time and have done other bookkeeping / management jobs, so it was recommended that maybe I find an investor who is needing help managing their books or payroll.  I like this idea as I think it would give me a behind the scenes view of key financial aspects of investing.  I've never managed books for any kind of investor, but I'm a quick learner and excited by the possibility of getting my feet wet in the field of investing.  Any recommendations or advice is valued.  Thank you for your time!

[Cliff Benner]

I used a Job Recruiter who knew my work was looking for an Accountant. I work at a Warehouse Developer that builds from ground up, then rents them out and manages everything so I get to see a lot of sides of Real Estate. 

The recruiter was free for me. 

I also do Bookkeeping as one of my businesses and have lots of Real Estate clients where I get to learn different things about their business and talk with them. 

[Bill Hampton]

@Ashley Lehman

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.

I recommend that you check out the following resources:

1. Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction

2. Check out other online guides available here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides

3. Take a look at BP's blog where new articles are published every day: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog

4. If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking

5. You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings

6. BP has various tools to help you analyze your deals (rentals, flips, wholesale, etc). : https://www.biggerpockets.com/investment-calculators

7. If you can't find what you're looking for, try the Bigger Pockets Fileplace. It contains hundreds of files such as ebooks, checklists and spreadsheets for real estate investors: https://www.biggerpockets.com/files

Good luck investing.

[Danny Gonzalez]

Hey Ashley,

Accounting/Bookkeeping is not my strong suit so maybe we can help each other out.

I run a real estate company in Birmingham AL and I've been in the industry for over a decade.  I'd be willing to teach you the ropes, if you're willing to help me get more proficient with accounting.  

I've done over 75 flips in the past 3 years, we manage 300+ doors, and I own 28 long term rentals.  Would be glad to help you!  

[Max Emory]

@Ashley Lehman, that's exciting!

I highly recommend joining the Bookkeepers for Real Estate Investors Facebook Group.

It's a super supportive group for bookkeeping professionals who serve the REI community. And, there are a lot of REIs in there like myself as well.

I think it could be beneficial to your specific situation.

Best of luck!

[Ashley Lehman]

Thank y'all so much for your time, advice, encouragement, and support!