A shout out from the 'burgh

[Erica Payne]

As of April 2016, I am new to this game. I currently am a social worker, working with families throughout 2 counties in western PA. I love my job, but can't stand the paycheck! That's why I'm excited to start in real estate. I can actually keep my job but make a little extra on the side! More importantly, I am learning something really different than I'm used to, and I absolutely love it!

I have some big goals to help non traditional mortgage families and professionals obtain their own home. Everyone deserves safe, clean housing a and a real opportunity to own their own home. (Does that sound like probable market expansion?)

That's in the 5 year plan. First I have to gain some capital and establish my brand. I am starting with wholesales and moving to rehabs. I will probably throw in a couple other passive income deals since they all sound fun. I am willing to do anything once just to learn the procedure. I don't intend to limit my work to Pennsylvania exclusively, though it's a great place to start!

The best part about this business is it's a team effort. That excites me since I'm used to working in team environments and I don't feel like I'm alone in this. I can't wait to hear about you. What made you choose this field? What were you doing before this? Or while doing this? What are your dreams? How can I help you accomplish them? 

How long have you been doing this, and what are your thoughts on my plans? Do they seem plausible?

Thank you for taking some time out of your busy day to get to know me a little. I hope I get a chance to get to know you and work with you and build  valuable, long lasting friendships. Enjoy. 

[Anthony Angotti]

Hi @Erica Payne and welcome to the community!

I think what you've written is a great goal to have!

I am just getting started as well and what made me get involved in Real Estate is to have an additional income stream outside of stocks and the 9-5 job. I've always been one to think that having multiple sources of money coming in is the best way to go!

I am currently a Quality Control Scientist while investing in my first buy and hold duplex (house hacking). I've had a number of different types of jobs, but one day I hope my investing becomes full time. 

Right now my dream is to build a real estate portfolio that will allow me to be able to either keep a day job I love or invest full time. I'm hoping I can get to the point where my life where I can truly do whatever I would like to do without worrying about money coming in. As I grow and look for new deals you could probably help by providing me with wholesale deals! Since I aspire to be a buy and hold investor and follow the BRRRR strategy wholesalers are a great resource.

Like I said I am new and just getting started (closing on our first place next week). Your plans seem reasonable to me and as long as you go in with a how can I attitude instead of the why can't I attitude I think you'll do great!

Best of luck,

Tony