New Member Introdction

[Ryan Mahoney]

Hello, I am a college Cross Country and Track & Field Coach in Hastings, Nebraska.  I grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska.  I have always had an interest in real estate investing.  I purchased my first primary residence right out of college.  I talked a roommate into co-signing with me so I could get a house with my limited credit.  I eventually refinanced and bought him out.  I later purchased my second home in 2006 right before the crash using sketchy financing.  It worked out, but I owed way my home then I could afford.  Was able to rent a room or two to friends and family periodically.  Currently own my home in Hastings now under more conventional and affordable financing.  I have begun looking into purchasing some rentals this summer.

Rich Dad Poor Dad got my interest reignited and I have read or listened to 6-7 books and have been making my way threw the Bigger Pockets Podcasts.  I have spoke with realtors, investigated LCC creation, spoke with mortgage lenders, and visited potential homes.  I have invested in stocks, REITS, options, and other things in the past and currently, but this is a new adventure for me.  Hope to learn a lot from this site and get some of my many questions answered.  Excited to be here.