Hello BP - Live here from South Seattle!

[Jeffrey Auckland]

What is up BP!

So my first name is Jeffrey but I go by my middle name, Blake (don't ask...). I grew up in Snohomish County and just recently closed on my first house in South Seattle (White Center to be specific). I graduated from Western Washington University with a degree in Finance. I went into banking because I really didn't know how else to start in real estate. I did mortgages and commercial loans for about 3 years then found myself a very small commercial real estate firm as a research analyst, my boss was crazy so I found another gig at JLL where I am currently a research analyst that specializes in industrial properties in the Puget Sound region.  I also hold my real estate license and do not hang it anywhere but hopefully one day I can actually put it to use!  

I have been listened to BP for about five years but now that I have some capital and have gained some decent equity in my first purchase, I am ready for some bigger and better things! I really want to meet like minded people and just learn about more creative ways to gain wealth through real estate. I also love working with my hands and hate sitting at a desk 9 hours a day so hopefully one day I can make real estate a full time job by working for myself. My 10+ year goal is to own a small portfolio of rentals throughout the region and manage them with my girlfriend/partner. :) 

Cheers to 2021 and better things!

- Blake

[Michael Haas]

Hey @Jeffrey Auckland! We're in North Beacon Hill, and most of our rentals are on the South side of Seattle as well. I love the dream of partnering with your significant other ; my wife and I manage our portfolio and work with clients together, and although we don't always see eye-to-eye its still a huge blessing to be able to have a family business and work together daily.

I'm hosting the South Seattle REI Meetup this Saturday 01/30 at 3100 Airport Way S and @Jacob Whitbeck is organizing. If you're interested contact Jacob, he is coordinating the meet up since we may have some limitations for how many can attend the event with COVID. Would love to see you out there since we're in your neighborhood!

Cheers,