Hello all! I've been scouring the Bigger Pockets forums and podcasts for the last couple months and have been loving it. Just wanted to say thank you for the great discussions I've experienced so far. As of now, I haven't bought my first property outside of my personal home, but look forward to keeping you updated as things move along and as I learn more from you all. I hope to give back when I get the opportunity. I've heard over and over how important it is to go connect and learn at your local REIA so I did, and I get it now. Huge shout out to KnoxREIA ,@Victor Jernigan, and @Amy Biggs-Lopez for being so accommodating for a first timer. Excellent presentations and information by all. There's a wealth of knowledge and experience in that room that is hard to match. I will be back and encourage everybody in the greater Knoxville area to come out. It says a lot when you meet someone who is willing to travel 3.5 hours to come to this meeting. Look forward to meeting more of you in the future! Ryan Vernich