We bought our first duplex in October, 2017 and I can say without a doubt, it was all due to Bigger Pockets and these forums. 

If you want to learn some more about the Joint Venture method I mentioned above, my recent Bigger Pockets article on protecting yourself in a joint venture could be useful for your research.

@Paul Barnwell Welcome to Bigger Pockets.

New here to Bigger Pockets and I'm super excited to be here.

., but I was just wondering from my Bigger Pockets family if there is anything SPECIFICALLY that has helped you take large steps towards the direction you want to go with REI and your own personal careers?

Hello it’s been years since I’ve been in Bigger Pockets.

In Ep. 290 (7 paths to Financial Independence) of the Bigger Pockets, around 21:00 into the show, Brandon mentions "You don't have to get a new mortgage, just get a new house."

@Terrez JarrettWelcome to Bigger Pockets.

Hey Bigger Pocket community!

Altgough, we do have a bigger front and back yard.We bought in a neighborhood that is slowly being bought and flipped.