Newbie in the Twin Cities Introduction

[Mohammed El-Bashir]

Hello everyone! I am a new investor starting out from the Twin Cities. My name is Mohammed H. El-Bashir, originally from Sudan, moved into the US around 2005. My background is in law, I passed the bar and now eagerly waiting the chance to swear in! I have previously helped some family members search and buy properties but I have yet to close on my own. Had a couple attempts where I made it far but frankly the market here has been so competitive it has led me to seek my fortune elsewhere, specifically in Chicago, where I have a good friend doing real estate. 

I am really on the forum to learn, be humble, and seek out the right advice from the right people. While I don't have much experience I am also more than happy to answer questions and hopefully pay back this wonderful community with my own experiences down the road!

[Brandon L.]

Hello! @Mohammed El-Bashir

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 :)