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All Forum Posts by: Steven Francis

Steven Francis has started 4 posts and replied 18 times.

Post: Soon to Be Retiring Veteran ready to Start Real Estate

Steven FrancisPosted
  • Real Estate Investor, Realtor
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Posts 18
  • Votes 4
Originally posted by @Juan Pridgen:

Hello everyone,

My name is Juan and my wife and I have been wanting to get started in real estate for the last 5 years but due to moving have never taken action.  I am close to retiring and I think it's time to get rolling with this.  We have been working to educate ourselves and have even gone to a Rich Dad seminar (didn't buy anything).  I know this is something my wife and I can do we just need a good place for guidance...I hope this is the place!

 What's up brother. Wondering if you gained any traction since you posted this. 

V/R

Francis 

USMC/USAF

Post: Veteran looking to get started

Steven FrancisPosted
  • Real Estate Investor, Realtor
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Posts 18
  • Votes 4
Originally posted by @James Sampson:

Steven Francis ,
There are so many benefits out there for veterans. One place that I started looking at is www.ebenefits.va.gov. This is an all encompassing website that will point you in the right direction. Thanks for your service.

 Thanks bud, and thank you for your patriotism. 

Post: Veteran looking to get started

Steven FrancisPosted
  • Real Estate Investor, Realtor
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Posts 18
  • Votes 4

Has anyone read this? Heard it was a great book. 

How I Turned $1,000 into Five Million in Real Estate in My Spare Time [Paperback]

William Nickerson (Author) 

Post: Veteran looking to get started

Steven FrancisPosted
  • Real Estate Investor, Realtor
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Posts 18
  • Votes 4

@Paul Timmins Thanks much, am currently reading the books you mentioned. Preparation is one of my strong points. I have always been interested in real estate, just never pulled the trigger until now. That's great about your buddy closing while deployed! 

Post: Veteran looking to get started

Steven FrancisPosted
  • Real Estate Investor, Realtor
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Posts 18
  • Votes 4
Originally posted by @Chad Clanton:

Not being from Massachusetts, I'd vote Google ;-) Honestly, look up "veteran small business programs", "veteran real estate loan programs", things of that nature and you'll probably find some good stuff. Possibly get with some veteran groups up there too, there are quite a few that offer business startup services and/or coaching. Good luck!

 Thanks and that's how I found BP. Google is my best friend and mentor lol 

Post: Veteran looking to get started

Steven FrancisPosted
  • Real Estate Investor, Realtor
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Posts 18
  • Votes 4

@JT Green Good on you. I lived in Somerville for a while, great town.  I took some time off before I deploy, so I have some days next week. Let me know, thanks.

V/R

Steve 

Post: Veteran looking to get started

Steven FrancisPosted
  • Real Estate Investor, Realtor
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Posts 18
  • Votes 4

@Tyler Flagg Thanks brother. I am currently reading a few books and developing my strategies of approach ect.. I will search out your blog post and most certainly appreciate any work you have or will put into the idea. Currently listening to all of the BP podcasts ect.. Thanks for responding. 

Post: Veteran looking to get started

Steven FrancisPosted
  • Real Estate Investor, Realtor
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Posts 18
  • Votes 4

I am hoping to link up with people who are familiar with the types of programs offered to veterans when dealing in real estate. I'm wondering if there is any additional perks we can tap into to get started ect.  Please feel free to comment with any info you may deem helpful, or just to say hello. 

V/R

Steven