Hello! Newbie from San Diego 92104 area here

[Jeff Hodapp]

Hi everyone,

My name is Jeff I'm new to real estate investing. I'm just beginning to educate myself by listening to Podcasts (BP of course), attending investor Meetups, and using the vast wealth of information here. I haven't done any deals and am a renter so I really have 0 experience. I am a professional freelance Architectural/ Interior Design drafter with 15yrs of CD, presentation imaging, and 3D modeling experience. I am about to finish an associates in Architecture and considering an interiors degree w/ focus on Kitchen and Bath design. Also looking into getting a real estate license. My WHY is for the freedom, fun and excitement of designing fix and flips, and doing rehabs. I also like the possibility of long term passive income of rentals. So, that's pretty much me! My husband and I look forward to meeting any and every investor here in the San Diego area (and elsewhere of course).

Thanks 

Jeff Hodapp

[Brock VandenBerg]

Welcome to bigger pockets Jeff. You are taking the right step by networking with as many people as possible. I would recommend attending the local real estate networking events such as the San Diego Creative Investor Association (SDCIA), North County Real Estate Investor Association, and FIBI - Del Mar (google for details). 

I run a hard money lending business that specializes in financing fix and flips, construction, and bridge loans. 

Don't hesitate to contact me with any questions...  Good luck!!!