New landlord in Indianapolis, IN

[David Moore]

Hi Everyone,

I've been around BiggerPockets mostly reading for a couple of years now, and although I do have a post or two, I thought I should take a step back and officially introduce myself!

I am currently 29 years old, I live in Indianapolis, IN and work full time in the commercial lighting industry. I’ve long known that Real Estate is one the best ways to grow wealth and have always had an interest in it, so after many years of research and saving, I jumped into it at the beginning of 2012. I was able to “put together” 4 units: Bought a 900sq ft turnkey single family home from my brother-in-law, bought & renovated a 2000sq ft duplex, moved and converted my former home into a rental (1,800sq ft).

Real Estate is really my long term plan for retirement, preferably sooner than later :) I am most interested in buy and holds as I like the idea of a more “passive” source of income over the long term. I have a growing family so the hardest thing for me right now is having enough time to do this on the side. I have a lot of respect for those of you that are able to work full time and run a medium/large scale real estate business besides!

I've recommended BP to many of my friends interested in Real Estate, great place to get and give info. Looking forward to getting to know more of you!