Rookie Investor from NJ fresh out of the Navy

[Austin Keelen]

Hey Everyone,

I realize I've been posting questions all over BP the last few weeks but have yet to introduce myself. I recently finished my enlistment with the Navy and have moved back to my home state of New Jersey. My wife and I are currently looking for our 1st home and buying a multi-family with a VA backed loan seems like a great start. We've done tons of reading and research but the best way to gain experience is through action, so we're eager to jump in.

We plan on house hacking and my goal is to pay as little as possible after expenses. After doing analysis on dozens of homes we find the pickings to be slim in NJ (property tax is a cash flow destroyer) but we will continue to look. I plan on going to meetings soon to network and hear what others have to say about the area. I look forward to learning from you all.

P.S Anyone know of any great meetings in the central new jersey area?

[Jason McKinley]

Welcome to BP Austin!! It is great to see other service members/veterans joining the site! BP is a great resource. I especially like the podcast for my long commute. Best of luck to you and your wife in your search. I love talking to other vets so if you ever want to relive old times give me a call.

Cheers,