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Newbie looking for guidance
New to investing and looking for guidance on getting started. Been doing a deep dive into the industry and would love to just discuss the different options out there and options specific to my area.
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Hi Torin, welcome to the BiggerPockets community! It's great to hear about your interest in real estate. I recommend that you start by tuning in to the BiggerPockets Podcast. Attend your local REI meetups to build up a strong network and feel free to reach out and connect with everyone in the community and find a mentor doing what you want to do. It will be beneficial to achieving your goals. All the best!