So here I am on BP, embarking on a deep dive in learning, networking locally, and hopefully with this community as well.  

Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged.While you wait for feedback from local Chicago wholesalers please review the guide below before embarking on your chosen niche.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling) http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSetting up Keyword AlertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.udemy.com/biggerpockets-real-estate-investing-course/ (video with 64 lectures and approx 6hrs of material)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)REI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REI)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

Very excited for this amazing adventure on which I've embarked!!!

Wanted to talk about three reasons why I choose to expand into the Kansas City market and three things to watch out for when embarking into a new market.

utm_source=search&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=wholesaleguide(step by step guide to wholesaling)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/07/19/how-to-buy-a-duplex/(guide to buying a duplex)Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.The bottom line is that you must take action to start.Don't get bogged down with analysis paralysis.

I'm excited for you as you embark on this journey.

Hello to all the wonderful members of this community.My wife and I are brand new to RE and embarking on our first investment home.Here are the basics.

We have always had our own personal funds to do deals, but some of this is tied up, so I am embarking on this new journey of investor funding. :)Thanks for the suggestions & assistance here.Damaris

I had the same one floating through my head as I embark on my journey to wholesaling.Bill Gulley Thanks for the insight.

Once the first milestone is achieved, you set the next milestone. as the old saying.....the first million is the hardest.To embark on this rewarding real estate journey towards your goals and dreams requires commitment.