New Member - Northern, NJ

[Latasha Phillips]

Hello everyone!!!!

Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Latasha Phillips, I have a degree in Accounting and live in Northern, NJ. I purchased my first property back in 2008 as a favor to a friend, long story short, it wasn't a great experience but I learned a lot. I am seeking to get back into real estate and accomplish the goals I have set forth. I would like to build a portfolio to include about 75-100 properties (including commercial). I am fascinated by rehabs so that is what I am currently seeking.

I would like to work with a hard money lender as I have only heard of them and would like to see if it's easier than commercial banks.

Hope you've gained some insight into who I am.

TTYS,

Latasha

[Ceril S.]

@Latasha Phillips Welcome to BP!  As I'm sure you already know - there is so much info here!  Yes, the search box is your friend and I've gotten more info than I ever knew I wanted to know reading up on all the forums. Also, posting a well thought out question gets responses from seriously experienced people - this in itself is absolutely priceless! I've asked people "in real estate" ie. My realtor questions and I've gotten blank stares in return - when I ask here, it's from an investor mindset and it's far more "real world" and useful if that makes sense. 

Anyhow - my ex was from clifton so I know your area somewhat. If I lived closer I would think that it's a great area to work. Some great solid old properties there and some great neighborhoods with mixed use areas if you know the area well.  My ex-in-laws were off valley rd. In clifton.

Anyhow, Welcome!  Make sure you post how things are going! (And I'm sure we will want some of your accounting knowledge and experience here as well!)