BP Newbie in Hampton Roads VA

[Robert Barnes]

Hello to all of BP!  I have been reading on the forums for a couple weeks now and have finally decided to join. 

My name is Robert Barnes. I'm 27 years old and completely brand new to the world of real estate and real estate investing. I'm quite excited to feel I have a place to get started. I'm currently employed full time but am looking to take control of my destiny, gain career and financial independence, and create a better future for myself and the loved ones in my life. 

The only real estate experience I have is the one property that I purchased in 2013 to be my primary residence, which is now rented out. Investing was not in the forefront of my mind when it was purchased. I was actually planning on living in it for a much longer period of time. 

Im thinking I would like to be able to acquire more rental property and and eventually jump into rehabbing. But for now as a total newb I am focusing all my time and energy on educating myself as much as I can before I jump into anything. I know I have a TON to learn. Thank you for taking the time to read about me. I look forward to meeting and getting to know many of you here on BP!