Newly Converted Investor in Lompoc, CA

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Hello everyone! My name is Caribbean and I recently discovered BiggerPockets after I learned that the VA loan program allows you to take out more than one loan at a time and started doing more research. I listened to a couple (20) of episodes this week and I am absolutely 100% sold on the principles of REI. I want to build a stream of passive income from rental properties so that I can focus on my passions in life: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Spearfishing, Cooking, and Learning. I currently own my primary residence, a 2 bedroom condo in Lompoc, and I have a live in tenant in the extra bedroom. I plan to move to a lower cost rental unit soon so that I can have this property under a lease before I apply for my next VA loan which I plan to use in the purchase of a multi-family property in the Lompoc-Orcutt-Santa Maria area.

I want to learn more about investing in real estate while, and after, serving in the military--what strategies work, what to avoid, and how to succeed while transitioning from military life to real estate investing. I have a lot of ideas swirling around in my head right now because I am still so early in the learning phase, but I need to find out which ones are sane and which ones are B.S.! If you're a local investor, especially one who has transitioned from military service or has experience with VA loans, I would love to buy you coffee and talk to you about your experiences!

About me personally: I am 25 years old. I got my bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Austin. I am currently working on my master's degree. I am a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I love going freedive spearfishing right here off the central coast. I also dabble in cooking, especially Texas style smoked barbecue. I plan to leave the Air Force at some point between 2-5 years from now after my service commitment ends and I am given the choice of leaving California or leaving the service...I'll choose California. I do want to continue serving in the Guard or Reserves, but I just love this area too much to leave now! After I separate from the Air Force I would like to become even more active in real estate investment, maybe even start a real business...

Now, having said all of that, I would like to thank you for reading and express my pleasure in meeting you. I hope you are having a pleasant day.