Excited to Join the BP Community - Ready to Learn & Grow!

[Greg Cubitt]

Hey BiggerPockets Family,

I’m thrilled to finally be joining this amazing community after spending some time exploring the forums and listening to the podcasts. My name is Greg Cubitt, and I’m based in Syracuse, New York.

A Little About Me:

I cam a professional software engineer and have always had a passion for real estate. I’ve been interested in investing for a while, and I’m excited to take the leap and start my journey as a real estate investor. Though the leap looks easy on paper, it's scary when you try to put it into practice.

I'm here to build my network, learn from experienced investors, and get insights on navigating the world of real estate. My primary focus right now is Duplex/Triple & REI investments, with a goal of achieving financial freedom. I'm particularly interested in investing in Erie, PA. My wife and I grew up in Erie and would like to have a duplex/triplex as our home base while we travel for her work.

My Current Goals:

    Short Term: I’m currently working on building a network, gathering more knowledge, and putting together my "team".

    Long Term: My ultimate goal is to have cash flowing properties and potentially scale. I'm just looking for financial freedom. I love what I do and don't want to quit my job. I just want to explore the rental investment world!

If there are any seasoned investors here who have experience with duplex/triplex investments, I would love to connect and learn from your experiences. Also, if anyone is located in my area, I’d be happy to grab coffee, chat over Zoom, or attend local meetups!

Thanks for having me! I’m looking forward to being an active member of the BP community and learning from all of you. 

Cheers,
Greg Cubitt

[Jonathan Greene]

Welcome to BP, Greg. Your plan to start in Erie is a great one because you have a competitive advantage there, being from there. I also like the idea of using one of the units as a home base; this is smart planning and a good foundation to start with.

In regard to Syracuse, you may have a leg up there as well since you live there with the Syracuse Land Bank. They have a portfolio of options that sell first to locals for as little as $1,000 if you have the rehab budget and local contractors. Might be something to look into.

Lastly, you are also very smart to know that keeping your job is part of the train to time freedom. It's your basis for lendability. Good luck!