Finally Ready to start!

[Ian Stromski]

Hey everyone! 

I just finished pilot training in Del Rio, TX. Now that the intense year is over, I'm roarin' and ready to go with some real estate. I'll be moving to McGuire AFB in New Jersey and am looking for my first property within an hour of the base. I'd like this to be a 2, 3, or 4 unit househack. I have a good chunk of cash available, but I want to start by taking advantage of a VA loan (0% down).

My goals are to start with a househack and later, between flying duties, do a mix of BRRRR/traditional investing in multifamily units. Down the road (or sooner), I'd like to get into the larger commercial residential space. I have an inactive salesperson license in NH, studied some real estate in college, and have listened to/watched a good bit of Bigger Pockets. I also enjoy investing in stock options (covered calls mostly).

I am from NH and hope to settle back there eventually but I will have at least 4 years in NJ. I'm excited to get going and I'd love to connect with anyone, especially if you're from, have been to, or know the area! I'd also love to connect with anyone military who is in this awesome community. 

Cheers,

Ian

[Steven De Lange]

Welcome @Ian Stromski!

House hacking using a VA loan is an absolutely amazing way to start! I'd use that cash as much as possible when you can add value to the property and can "recycle" that money again for your next property, so that you can keep expanding!

Good luck, and looking forward to reading your progress! Let me know if I can help or answer any questions :)