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Updated over 7 years ago on . Most recent reply
Greetings: Military Guy from College Park Maryland
Hi Bigger Pockets community.
I found the BP podcasts through a YouTube video. I was pleasantly shocked to find such a transparent discussion of real estate investment. This community is amazing and I look forward to joining with you all.
A little about myself: I am employed by the US Army, have a SFH in the Maryland College Park area, and I enjoy the time that I get to be with my family. I claimed College Park MD as my location due to my SFH being there but My work actually moves me all over the states/world.
I have arrived at a place where my debts are paid off minus a mortgage and I am living within budget. That has freed my thinking to consider how to best leverage my income. I am interested in buy and hold real estate investment and I am conducting my research.
Thank you to everyone that has shared experiences and advice on this site. It is a blessing and I hope to add value in the future.
- John
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