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Hello, my name is Jenny. I have been listening to the BiggerPockets podcast for quite some time and just joined this online forum. My husband and are preparing to purchase our first buy-and-hold property in November of 2019. We are actively learning about markets that will allow us to cash flow based on the Rental Property Calculator. We live in Phoenix, Arizona, but we are considering purchasing in Ogden, Utah as it appears the market it a little better for buy and holds. However, we are open to new ideas as we learn and experience more.
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Hello! @Jenny Bilskie-Smith
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.
I love answering questions if you have any! Good Luck :)