Hello from Aiken, SC

[Erik Creagh]

Hello All,

 Just wanted to introduce myself as a new member to the biggerpockets community. I am a former environmental, safety and health professional of 27 years in the process of a career change.   I am new to the real estate profession and have chosen  to focus my initial efforts on the purchase and rehab of distressed properties.  I have taken a few online courses and read a number of books and have a general understanding as to how the process should work. My next step will be the building my team through vetting of investor-friendly real estate agents and general contractors. 

 I was born and raised in the state of West Virginia, but primarily educated in Ohio universities, which included the University of Cincinnati and the Ohio State University. My family and I are presently residing in a town near Aiken SC which has a long history as a horse-loving community.  Aiken is about 50 miles west of Columbia.  For the golfing fans out there, perhaps another geographical reference point will do.  We are about 20 minutes away from Augusta GA, which many of you probably know hosts the Masters tournament in April every year.  It's a real big deal around here!

 Like most everyone else, my primary reason for joining this organization is to network with other like-minded individuals from whom I can learn and make a friend or colleague.  I look forward to the opportunity to speak with many of you.  

Warm Regards,

Erik

[Luke Petrozza]

@Erik Creagh Welcome to BP! This is a great place to network with RE minds. I can't recommend the free resources on this site enough. The BP Beginner's Guide is an excellent way to spark some ideas for your type of investment strategy. Definitely check it out and use its application to the types of properties in your area. Look for opportunities to get involved locally and use BP as a resource to network as well. 

Regards,

Luke