Newbie from Chicago, IL

[Adam F.]

Hello everyone! My name is Adam Ferraco and I'm based out of downtown Chicago. I'm a management consultant looking to get into the real estate game... I haven't truly decided on which niche/strategy I'd like to pursue, but leaning towards flipping single family / multifamily properties. I travel 100% of the time for work outside of Chicago, with the ability to travel almost anywhere in the country on the weekends. Therefore, I could potentially explore the idea of investing outside my hometown if the opportunity presented itself. With that in mind, I'd love to hear advice regarding how to tackle such a large opportunity or where I should start. 

I'd love to attend a meetup in Chicago in the near future if possible... very excited to explore this network as well as the world of real estate!

-Adam

[Jon Lee]

Hi Adam....For you as a new investor, I would start with your local investor groups and take the time to learn about the market in your own backyard.  Get educated from those local experts, then decide on a niche you might think works for you.

There are SOOOOOO many opportunities out there that it is very easy to get what I call "Shiny object syndrome".  Stay focused and get educated...the rest you will figure out with taking massive action to find property opportunities.

Hope this helps some in the beginning!