Union Carpenter getting started in the world of real estate!

[Michael Florkowski]

I have been a Union carpenter for four years now and enjoy working physical labor. I would like to put my money to work instead of shoveling my money into the bank (mortgage) or to a landlord (renting). I currently am living in an apartment in Philadelphia and I would like to put my money to better use. I am looking for a duplex outside of the city to live around less people (and avoid unnecessary parking tickets haha). I am open to any advice and my current struggle is finding a duplex in my budget. I am willing to use strategies using a single family home (as there are more single families on the market at my budget), if anyone has any options for me I would appreciate an experienced investors input. Thankyou!