New member from the Phoenix area

[Renee Watkins]

Hi. My name is Renee and I'm a newbie to BP and real estate investing. I've always had the desire to invest, but never made the first move. Well, I finally decided to put my thoughts into action, and here I am!

This seems like an awesome community and I am eager to being a part of it. My goals are to network with some great folks, wholesale and rent (and eventually contribute as my knowledge increases!).

Thanks for reading and I look forward future connections!

[Paul Timmins]

@Renee Watkins

Welcome. Fill in the foundation below.

Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere

Check out BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginner's Guide - A fantastic free book that walks through many of the key topics of real estate investing.

Check out the free BiggerPockets Podcast - A weekly podcast with interviews and a ton of great advice. And you get the benefit of having 60 past ones to catch up on.

Locate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to meet people gather resources and info. Here you will meet wholesalers who provide deals and rehabbers.

Two Great reads, I bought both J. Scott The Book on Flipping Houses,The Book on Estimating ReHab Costshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbook

Consider checking out HUD homes for small multi's owner occupied gets first crack.

You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing. Rents can be 2-4 times more. Remember you don't have to own a property to control it.

Some great reads

• 9 Reasons You Couldn't Find A Buyer For Your Wholesale Deal
• Don't Start Wholesaling Until You Read This: Wholesale Advice from a Fix and Flipper
• How to Start Wholesaling: Getting Past The Education and Into the Field

Good Luck

Paul