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All Forum Posts by: Jonathan Page

Jonathan Page has started 1 posts and replied 6 times.

Quote from @Eudith Vacio:

Hey @Jonathan Page - did you know that bartenders can make real awesome realtors? ðŸ˜ƒ JUST SAYING! lol 

But yeah, there are so many opportunities in the real estate industry for unlimited growth, which is one of the main reasons I joined. Inspectors, appraisals, property managers, assistant to someone in a brokerage, or you can become a realtor! Best of luck, let us know what you decide on ..

Haha thanks for the response. There are a lot of options so I thought I'd turn to you guys for an experienced point of view. I'll be sure to let you guys know where I end up.

Quote from @Pat L.:

learn everything you can about electrical/plumbing/gas/HVAC. We have a neighbor's kid that did exactly that after his military stint, he teamed up with a couple of small contractors & now owns his own plumbing/HVAC company. The wife did his tax return in 2018 Gross $120k.


 I've looked heavily into the trades. I'm a bit hesitant because sports have destroyed my body haha. I've been looking into an accredited program to become and MRI technologist. I know it doesn't have anything to do with real estate, but it pays very well and is double the national average in job growth expectations. 

Quote from @Zachary Cain Humphrey:
Quote from @Jonathan Page:

Hello. I'll first introduce myself a bit to help you guys better understand my situation. I'm 21 years old and live in a college town a few hours outside of Chicago. I had a good paying position with a EV company that allowed me to build a good amount of reserves for investing. Unfortunately, I tore my shoulder pretty significantly and can no longer perform at that job. Right now I'm a part-time bartender but I'm making a fraction of what once I was. I do not have a degree and don't plan on getting one, however I'm in a position where I cant find a career to effectively fund my reserves or get a conventional loan. I was wondering if anyone here had any good ideas for a job that doesn't require a degree and isn't extreme manual labor? Or possibly what you guys do for a day job? I thought about becoming a home inspector or an appraiser, however I don't know if it would be wise for my investments and career to both depend on the housing market. Thanks anything helps!


 Have you ever purchased your first home? If not you may be able to get a low percentage down loan on your first investment. 

Maybe consider becoming a realtor if real estate is something that interests you. Becoming a realtor would also let you get into the knowledge, daily tasks and study of real estate. Such a career would mesh well with your goals and you can get licensed in 6 months. By the end of this year you could be selling homes and have a much better income coming in to fuel your investment goals. 


 I plan to purchase a foreclosure that could use some work with cash, if the math makes sense. Then possibly refinance, and look for 3-4 unit property as my first rental.

Quote from @John Warren:

@Jonathan Page you could work for a property management company? You could try to get an entry level position as a project manager for a construction company? Honestly, there are a decent amount of jobs out there that don't require a degree these days. If you have the hustle (looks like you do) then you can find a solid opportunity. 

Where are you located exactly? That might help the group here on the forums direct you to interesting opportunities. 

 @John Warren Yes actually this was one of the initial positions that came to mind. I believed it would align with my interest in real estate investing. I applied to many property management positions in my area. Unfortunately, it became apparent that most companies were seeking experienced property managers to safeguard their investments, which is entirely understandable. Recently I've been doing free work for a friend of mine.  His family owns real estate in town, so I've been learning how to repair fixer-upper properties in order to gain some experience. I am based in Bloomington-Normal, IL, just two hours south of Chicago. Thank you for your response!

Thank you for responding! That is a good idea I appreciate it. 

Hello. I'll first introduce myself a bit to help you guys better understand my situation. I'm 21 years old and live in a college town a few hours outside of Chicago. I had a good paying position with a EV company that allowed me to build a good amount of reserves for investing. Unfortunately, I tore my shoulder pretty significantly and can no longer perform at that job. Right now I'm a part-time bartender but I'm making a fraction of what once I was. I do not have a degree and don't plan on getting one, however I'm in a position where I cant find a career to effectively fund my reserves or get a conventional loan. I was wondering if anyone here had any good ideas for a job that doesn't require a degree and isn't extreme manual labor? Or possibly what you guys do for a day job? I thought about becoming a home inspector or an appraiser, however I don't know if it would be wise for my investments and career to both depend on the housing market. Thanks anything helps!