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Ilayda Elmas has started 1 posts and replied 1 times.

Hi everyone,

I’m excited to join BiggerPockets and start my real estate investing journey! I bought my own home two years ago and have been saving up, and I finally feel financially ready to invest. However, I know I still have a lot to learn, so I’ve been watching webinars, reading books, and using this site to try to analyze deals.

One of my biggest dilemmas is where to invest. I live in Hawaii, where prices and HOA fees are high, but appreciation is strong. Investing here makes sense in some ways since I know the market, but it's also expensive. The mainland offers more affordable opportunities, but it feels riskier since I don't have connections there.

I’d love any advice on how to decide where to invest, and I’m also open to connecting with a mentor who can help me navigate my first deal. Looking forward to learning from all of you!

Thanks!

Ilayda

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Kānèohe, Hawaii