It doesn't matter if you are young or old, totally new or need to build upon your experience.Yes, you have just announced a commitment to the thousands in this community about your seriousness regarding REI and have taken this bold step to affirm it.Your time on this site and with the BiggerPockets community will be well spent and can be financially rewarding if you so desire.You are here at the Forum, but, should raise your mouse to the top and explore the otherheadings displayed.Don't get overwhelmed by the massive amount of data archived on this site.Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums,Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze, Resources.Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs, webinars and the myriad of bookrecommendations.Also, you can review the quick links below to help solidify your grip on this site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere http://www.biggerpockets.com/ubg http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate SuccessAfter becoming more knowledgeable and confident because of my above suggestions, take action to snag your first real estate investment deal if new or add to your existing holdings if you have prior experience.Don't get caught up in analysis paralysis.You must immerse yourself in the RE marketplace locally in your neighborhood or afar if the situation warrants it.Take calculated risks if needed and you shall be rewarded!"

Another opportunity that was just added (not even formally announced yet!)

All the county announcements and even those from the governor were sent to our agent.

Here is a sample of the type of letter you should send: Hello, I am excited to announce the establishment of my new business, [Your Business Name] here in [Your City].

He announced at our club 2 years ago that he would wholesale houses to any of our members at $2000 over cost and he still hasn't even sold one in our club.Only about 20 of our members in my local REIA are active real estate investors.

This thread is NOT to announce your goals, rather, comment on how you are doing on the goals you specifically mentioned in the other 2010 goals thread - (link in my first post on top here)AGAIN, this thread is NOT to announce your goals, but to comment on if you have started or accomplished any of them you set before the year started.

Announce at a local real estate club that you have money to lend and you’ll instantly become the most popular person in the room with friends you didn’t know you had.

As of this time, I have 4 new people on my list since I announced this at the CFRI meeting. 28.

Josh moved it to Bigger Pockets announcements.......I should have thought of that.

Swing by and check it out: http://www.biggerpockets.com/conference/We'll be announcing pricing and will begin to sell tickets to the conference soon.