New member in ocean county nj

[Mike Frelund]

Hey all, I just recently came across this site and am amazed at the slew of information it can provide. I figured it's proper to introduce myself. I'm a thousand percent new to this. I'd love to get into real estate, originally had the idea of flipping which I'm assuming most people have thought of. But after I started reading the book I found on here of all the other options it's basically put me at a point now to where I have absolutely no idea where I'd like to start. I live in New Jersey, in Ocean county and spend most of my time near my job in mercer county. I'm an incredibly motivated person, have been providing for myself and family since I'm 14 years old (single parent household with a disabled mother) and I'm always willing to learn new things. I've worked in commercial and residential low voltage electric jobs (i.e. Security systems, home automation, home theater) I've done commercial glazing, and for a brief time did pipe fitting. I've also redone some rooms in my house. Basically I'm not too bad with my hands, not amazing, but I can handle myself fairly well. I'm hoping to learn and interact with as many people here as possible to get my ball rolling as smooth and securely as I can. Thanks!

[Robert Lozzi]

What's up Mike! Nice to meet you. I'm a beginner myself and I am struggling to get started as well. I am a realtor in NJ and a licensed electrician. I have spent 10's of thousands of dollars on all kinds of REI education and software. There's some good stuff out there, but to be honest, it's mostly garbage. You can find more information through Biggerpockets and of course I learned that the hard way. Dive into this site and do the webinars. The best thing I have learned through this entire process is to learn from someone that is successful in this business. Also save your money for down payments and for your business, not someone else's. Don't waste your money on garbage guru training. I wish someone would have told me that. Lol. Hey, but if you ever want to chat or you are interested in partnering up on something, I am always willing to work without someone that wants to kick *** in real estate. I have decided, for me, it is way easier to work with someone or others than it is alone. Mainly for the accountability part. It is essential to have someone hold you accountable to get **** done. I wish you luck! Welcome to Biggerpockets!