Starting My Second Career -- Orlando

[Jeremy Shinall]

Hi everyone! I'm Jeremy Shinall from Orlando, FL (migrated from Peoria, IL, in 2005). I've been in IT (Information Technology) since I was 15 years old. 20 years later, I'm a software consultant for SAP.

I've been intrigued by real estate for years and have finally decided to see what it's all about. I joined the local REI (CFRI) to get more plugged in to my local market. Ultimately, I want my money to work for me long-term. There's no better way to do that than real estate!

I have no idea what I want to do. I am pretty sure wholesaling isn't my niche; perhaps landlording. Alas, I currently have almost no money to lend or invest. Therefore, my short-term goals are to network here in the Orlando area and soak up as much information on the industry as possible.

I came across the BiggerPockets forums via the podcast, which was a suggestion from a fellow BP newbie (Samuel Muñiz). I'm listening to all the podcasts in order and plan to sit down with the beginners materials this next week.

Glad to be here and hope to start contributing soon!