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Updated about 6 years ago, 11/05/2018

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Justin Hochleutner
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New to REI from Newark, California

Justin Hochleutner
  • Newark, CA
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Hi everyone I'm Justin from Newark, California. I have been thinking about getting into REI for a few years now and really anything to provide alternative income. Nothing really popped out as something I wanted to try but recent unfortunate events made me reassess that. REI does interest me and has been on my mind for years and now I want to finally get into it for real. I don't know much about it but I have read the ultimate beginners guide on this site and hope to learn more from the experienced people on this site.

Why Real Estate? Because it has the potential to become passive income that could replace my current job and allow me to live where ever I choose.  Local Real Estate is far outside of my budget so I think I should learn how to invest long distance in more affordable areas.  A co worker recently completed his first investment in Indianapolis and as he discussed his journey it reinvigorated my excitement to try it myself. 

So here I am looking to start my REI journey and I thank you for any help you have to offer.

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Marlon Fong
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Hi @Justin Hochleutner! Welcome to the BiggerPockets family! You came to the right place to learn all about real estate investing! Here are some recommendations for you:

Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet

Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

Read Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing

Check out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast

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    Justin Hochleutner
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    Justin Hochleutner
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    Thank you for your reply @Marlon Fong , I have started much of what you suggested and hope to connect with some experienced members.

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    Hi Justin,

    My name is Alice and I am also from Newark Ca as well and just recently joined BP.  Want to ask whether you have found anything thus far since you last posted 4 months ago.

    Thanks

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    Brandon L.#5 New Member Introductions Contributor
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    Hello! @Justin Hochleutner

    Welcome to BP, and congratulations on making the decision to invest in your future via real estate.

    I have written a few blog posts that may help you get started here on BP, and with your investing. Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.

    First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:

    https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp

    The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:

    https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciated

    The last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent. There are many agents out there, but it’s important to choose the right one.

    https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52724-im-new-to-investing-how-do-i-find-an-investor-friendly-agent

    I love answering questions if you have any! Good Luck :)