New investor in Chicago, IL

[Albert Plawinski]

Hi everyone!

I just joined the forums and I am excited to be a part of this community. 

First, a little about myself:

I am currently a Law Student at the Chicago-Kent College of Law due to graduate in May 2017 with an undergraduate degree in Political Science. Although that is probably not relevant to investing overall, I have worked in a real estate law firm in the past and currently working in high-stakes privacy litigation.

Additionally, I am involved in the residential and commercial cleaning industry in the Chicago area. We often help short-term rental businesses turn over units before the new guests arrive. The business also consists of move in and move out cleanings with bigger residential leasing/rental businesses and regular cleaning services with individual clients.

When it comes to construction, I have worked in the past to acquire a REO property and remodel it extensively. Furthermore, I have family members and connections who are able to complete construction jobs quickly and cost effectively.

And thus, this brings me to REI. With some of the experience (especially construction) I feel that it is only natural to take steps in investing. My plan is to buy from wholesalers, remodel, and sell. Down the road I plan to the same, but keep some units as rentals.

I would love to connect with like-minded people and potentially some wholesalers and agents.