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Military Veteran Transitioning to real estate
Hello Everyone,
My name is Stephen and I am a recent medically retired veteran. I've been out for almost a year and I went through the rough transition phase now and now I want to prosper. I've been watching countless videos and numerous hours listening to Podcast. However, I do not have the exact similarity's. Im 25 years old and I am trying to generate Generational Wealth and brief others on the importance of financial freedom. I had bill collectors calling my house growing up and I never want to experience that again. I am 100% SCD which gives me a $3,300 a month and I am still able to get a job. God has blessed me so I never have to worry if good. I feel like I can help others achieve their dreams. Im from Camden, NJ which is one of the poorest cities in America. A city where everyone has a entrepreneurial trait because we all just want to make it out. I want to help other entrepreneurs achieve their goals by helping in anyway. I want to learn Real Estate to fix abandon properties and turn it into a house where a family can't actually live comfortably. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions I have very thick skin but I Believe everything is a lesson and I learn from anything given to me. I am about to buy my first property and with my detailed story I would love to hear what peoples advice on what to do in my situation to make the best of it. Thank you !
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Welcome to BP! Thank you for your service. Sorry to hear you were injured. Health is ALWAYS a must, ensure you keep it as long as you can.
Tell us about your project.
What kinds of numbers are you using?
You are starting young, advantage. Stick with it. You also have the VA loan option along with Navy Fed and PenFed options.
Shoot out some questions and let us help you.