New Investor Looking for Guidance

[Justin Porco]

Hello All,

My name is Justin Porco, I come from a small town in West Virginia (Colliers.) I am located only about 40 minutes west of Pittsburgh, PA. I graduated college just last year and have been really interested in ways to make money other than working for an employer. At first I began learning about stocks and continue to today. Stocks worried me though with them being at an all time high, new president, and fed rate factoring what may happen. So I began looking for an alternative and I had a friend point me in the direction of Real Estate Investing. 

Being the researcher I am I started looking up things like "why should I get into REI?" After doing quiet a bit of reading, I noticed one site stood out the most, BiggerPockets. That's what brings me here today, I want to be a part of this great community and learn as much as I can to be successful in this industry. I have a strong desire to learn and make the best for not only me but my family.

As oppose to stocks, I know if done right, REI can help bring in a supplemental income and provide financial freedom. Growing up my family has helped get me through school and provide a living to me. I want to be able to return the favor to them and be well off for myself as well.

I want to thank those of you who have read the brief introduction about me and why I am here. I look forward to more engagements with this community and the friendships to come. 

Sincerely,

- Justin Porco 

[Dallas Martin]

Welcome to BP, Justin.  I'm also in the Pittsburgh area and just recently decided to start investing.  Wish I would have decided to do it when I was your age.  Good luck!  This website is a great resource.