New to the industry

[Doronda Placide]

Hello All, I'm new to the investment industry and I have little knowledge of how to start the process. I have a rental property that I've had for about 12 years. I'm looking to get a multi-family home, but I don't know how to find the best deals.

[Min Zhang]

Hey Doronda! Welcome to BiggerPockets! You're in the right place to learn about  real estate investing. Can't wait to see you grow. Are you planning to invest locally in New Orleans, or are you open to investing out-of-state? I am always down to talk about real estate investing in Columbus, Ohio.I can share insights on investing on both single and multifamily properties, including out-of-state investing. I started off with a duplex in 2020 and now have a solid portfolio of rentals with my partner. Let me know if you need assistance!

[Doronda Placide]

I would like to stay in an area I'm familiar with until I get comfortable with the entire process.

[Samuel Diouf]

Hey Doronda, welcome to BP, 

I suggest that you partner with an investment-focused agent that can connect you with the best deals and provide you with the right comps to know if the numbers make sense or not. What market are you looking to invest in? There are some great opportunities in the Columbus, Oh market if you're still searching. 

[Doronda Placide]

I’m not familiar with the Columbus, OH area. I’m familiar with New Orleans, LA and the surrounding areas 

[Patrick Drury]

@Doronda Placide
Join local real estate investor associations in your area and check Facebook for local meet-ups so you can network with investor-friendly agents or even wholesalers in your market that find deals

[Jeffrey McKee]

Hi Doronda! Welcome to the world of real estate investment! Starting a rental property already gives you a good foundation. Consider networking with real estate agents and attending meetups. All the best!

[Billy Smith]

It can take a while for action to start .I read on the  topic for 2-3 years before I made a move into S.F.H rentals .

[Doronda Placide]

Jeff, I plan to attend some meetups to start networking.

Billy, I’m in no rush. I want to become proficient in this area before I just invest a chuck of money.

[Doronda Placide]

Chunk

[Andrew Syrios]

Welcome aboard Doronda and best of luck investing!

[Stephen Keighery]

Quote from @Patrick Drury:

@Doronda Placide
Join local real estate investor associations in your area and check Facebook for local meet-ups so you can network with investor-friendly agents or even wholesalers in your market that find deals

Some good ones are the Westbank Real Estate Investors Meetup that meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month (details here wbrealestateinvestors.com)

North Shore REIA in Covington

St Bernard Meetup

NOREIA

I go to all of them and they are good. 

[Max Wilhite]

hey @Doronda Placide
Welcome to Bigger Pockets! You have come to the right place to begin your investing journey.