Newbie to real estate investing

[Jerrett Wilson]

Optimistic future investor currently in a self education phase. I don’t have any real estate investments other than my current home and personal time. I have always had thoughts about real estate investing but always made excuses on why not to. I have finally decided to change that mindset and have begun steps to complete my goals. I have read several books, listened to biggerpockets podcast, read blogs, and am looking to gain knowledge and experience before I move forward.

Ever since purchasing my current home earlier this year, I have become hooked on the process and the thrill of successfully purchasing a home. I experienced a good amount in that deal and know there is so much more to learn!

I am looking to purchase my first SFR early 2020 out of state. I have been looking into North Carolina, Texas, Ohio, and Indiana. Not quite sure exactly where of those places but with education that will come. My goal is to obtain $5,000+ passive income within 5 years. I think this is doable and I am willing to put in the hard work and dedication.

On the personal side, I am married with a newborn son living in Camarillo, CA. I have spent 10 years in the United States Army Reserve as a Military Police Officer and work for a local law enforcement agency on the civilian side. I want to maintain my careers and grow a real estate investing business on the side so my wife can retire.

On my free time, when I’m not obsessing over investing and podcasts, I enjoy learning about and drinking whiskey, watching football, exercising, and spending time with my family. I also enjoy reading fiction military novels such as Galaxys Edge (I just finished the first book, amazing!).

If you have any questions or would like to get together to network please reach out, I always enjoy good conversation with a side of whiskey! I am a total open book to anyone and if there is anyway I can help, I will do my best! I look forward to getting to know the BiggerPockets community.