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New to Real Estate Investing from the STL area
Hello!
I was recently introduced to this website from a fellow coworker who shares the same desires I have of becoming a real estate investor. I plan to buy my first property soon which I plan to hold and rent. I was recently inspired from many books such as Rich Dad Poor Dad. I have been awakened to the power of passive income and can not wait to create my own. I will be investing in the St. Louis Missouri area where I live. I am excited to have found this website to help navigate my journey!
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Welcome Ryan! Same motivation here. I have learned a great deal in a very short amount of time, particularly from the podcasts and blog posts. There are also a LOT of very smart investors here. You have found a jewel and your time here will be profitable. Best of luck to you!