Newbie of Duluth, MN

[Bradley Eischens]

Hello everyone! As my profile says, my name is Brad Eischens and I am a Newbie of Duluth MN. I have never done a deal but over the past few months I have done nothing but learn about real estate investing. My daily 120 minute commute has been filled with BP podcasts and any book I can find on youtube. As with many people, my spark came after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad and I'm glad I did. I'm currently in the process of moving back to Duluth as a career change. I used to live in the beautiful city while I attended UMD for Civil Engineering and can't wait to get back. I currently am looking to build capital to put towards my first deal in the spring. I want to buy a SFH or small Multifamily and rent out the rest. I still have friends in college and my girl friend still has two more years of schooling for her master's degree which makes finding tenants fairly easy. The reason for me wanting to do REI is to be able to achieve financial freedom and do what I truly want with my life.

During my free time, I love spending time outside. I have never been one to play video games or binge watch TV. I like fixing things, building things and just being useful. If you have any suggestions for me as I get out the gate in this real estate investing adventure, I'd love to hear them. Also, if you're from the Duluth Area and would like help with ANYTHING, let me know. If you check out my bio/linkedin you might find some experiences that might be useful. If not, I'm very eager to learn and lend a hand! 

Thanks for reading! 

[Brandon L.]

Hello! @Bradley Eischens

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 :)