Newbie from Norman Oklahoma

[Alexander Ray]

Hey everyone,

I am a newbie Real Estate investor from Oklahoma. I have done a lot of home rehab for others trying to sell their houses and now would like to pursue a buy & flip and buy & hold strategy to build enough capital to support myself.

My current goal is to do enough deals in Oklahoma that I can liquidate and purchase in cash 1 primary residence for my family and 1 rental property to start generating cash flow in another state with more opportunities for me to go to graduate school. 

I have two kids, a wife and a full time job that does not support us at a local university. I have not been unable to pursue a PhD in Economics because I simply can not afford to put myself through school and support my family. I am looking for another method of making a living that lets me pursue my dreams. 

I have listened to hundreds of hours of the podcast and I am ready to get started. I am looking for anyone in the Oklahoma area who wants to talk about their experience around here. I welcome any advice that anyone wants to share and I hope my research in the academic arena can provide some insight and value for others as well. 

[Ron Harris]

Welcome to BiggerPockets

I recommend you join the local Real Estate Investors Association (REIA) & free Meetups to be around like-minded individuals.

In Oklahoma City, we are a tight group of investors and colleagues. Many of us become close friends and like a family! What I have seen over the years, since 2006, is that we can tell the success level of new investors by how often they show up. It's amazing what it will do for your motivation and momentum when around your peers.

For real estate investors in Oklahoma City, we have:

1st Wednesday of every month "Coffee with Real Estate Investors"

1st Thursday of every month Millionaire Possabilities MPREIA 

3rd Wednesday of every month Landlord Meetup

3rd Saturday of every month Real Estate Wholesalers Breakfast 

4th Tuesday of every month OKC Real Estate Wholesalers Network

For entrepreneurship & business in Oklahoma City, we have:

2nd Wednesday of every month "Coffee with Entrepreneurs"

4th Thursday of every month OKC Entrepreneur Group 

Multiple times per month"The Meeting After The Meeting" - Dinner with Entrepreneurs & Real Estate Investors 

I am a local real estate mentor and business coach so if you ever need guidance and accountability I might be a resource to you. I am always open for a cup of coffee!

No matter what you do, you MUST plug in to all the local resources and build relationships! It will be invaluable to your real estate success. 

Enjoy the day,

Ron Harris

The Renascent Entrepreneur