My name is Margo, originally from Portland, OR but currently reside and own a townhome in Anaheim, CA. 

Appreciation would just be the icing on the cake and I would never shy away from it. 

“This growing bank of personal wealth that homeownership affords was noticed by many but in particular for first-time buyers who want a piece of the cake.

This amount would easily cover my expenses for my family of three while I continue to live overseas and take advantage of low cost of living or come home if I like.It feels like having my cake and eating it too, as I could potentially have a cashflowing asset, with renters building equity for me while also increasing my net worth.

It doesn't mean you can't have your license and invest yourself (I've been investing for years and have a license), but I am just saying I first learned how to find good deals then I became an Agent in order to save on MLS fees and have access to MLS (icing on the cake).Finally, to answer your question: "Do I throw people off when I tell them I am new?".

@Charles MastenIs it possible to have your cake & eat it too? 

Investment Info:Townhouse buy & hold investment in Anaheim.

Hello BP Community, Realtor out of Anaheim Hills joining the club.

Moshe Aharoni why not have your cake and eat it too?

Same for little gadgets on ebay, unnecessary food like cakes, 7-11 Vanilla french coffee ect.