Hi @Marvin McTaw, and thanks for the welcome. We should connect on LinkedIn (stalking on LinkedIn is sociably acceptable). Yes, I am an MBA Candidate, and I will be finishing up in May 2017. I've worked in law enforcement for almost 13 years and I've been shot at one too many times (no, really). There are countless reasons that I am considering a transition. The primary reason is financial freedom and to be able to spend time with my wife and five kids. My ultimate goal is to "buy and hold" and/ or "flipping" properties. However, given my financial situation, I am searching for the path of least resistance, and set up some short-term wins, that will give me the motivation to continue and work towards my ultimate goal.
As of now, I am trying to find a foot in the door. I have a mentor who is a successful investor in his own right, but I don't want to be much of a burden to him. I actually met him while at work. As a trainer, I know that retention of information comes by doing. So, I'm on Youtube and this site trying to close the knowledge gap and to understand the verbiage in REI. This knowledge, coupled with real experience, should put me on the right trajectory. I am a fast learner. Wholesaling was one of many different categories that I came across. To be honest, I am not committed to the wholesale genre just yet per se--my preference could change as I learn more. I am currently watching "A Beginner's Introduction to Real Estate Investing" videos and maybe at the conclusion I will have a more define strategy. The point of mentioning wholesaling was me just taking the first step. I am a life-learner and open to suggestions. Thank you for your advice and taking the time to comment. I look forward to future conversations, and hopefully, profitable deals.
