RE Rookie - Dallas, TX

[Jerry Thompson]

Hey fellow Pocketeers! :)

My name is Jerry ThompSon.. I'm new to real estate as of a couple weeks ago and relatively new to the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. I never saw myself being a home owner in any capacity until I read up on FHA loans two weeks ago. I quickly learned about the tax benefits and potential to earn income, and soon I was here on BP consuming the podcast like crazy. Lifestyle design and early retirement has always been my ambition and real estate seems like the best vehicle to get me there. I've already met a few members in the DFW area by attending different RE events and I appreciate how friendly everyone has been!

In the short term, I want to acquire a light fix multi family property (2-4 unit) by January 2018 as an owner occupier just to get started as I continue to learn and educate myself. After that, I'm going to see what opportunities make sense in the DFW market (I see it's not what it used to be) as I build capital with my day job. Completely open to investing in other markets if that will allow me to reach my goals more effectively. I love to travel and one day I could see myself purchasing properties overseas :) 

I'm particularly interested in understanding the makings of a great deal and market analysis right now.

If I can help in anyway, I'm happy to help, until then.. glad to meet you all!