However, my brother and I have discussed embarking on something a little different: He would give me some money (let's say $100,000), that would be used for the down payment on a real estate property.

Recently, I embarked on a plan to pay off my debt and start saving/investing.

Hello all, I've been listening to the BP podcasts, which ultimately led me to sign up and get as much info as possible before I embark on my real estate investing journey.

I'm here to listen, learn, and share what I discover as we embark on this journey.

I am embarking on a fast course of teaching myself more about how to use my own website better, promote it better and understand the quickly changing world of Search Engine Optimization better.

The location of it isn't as important as the process we are about to embark upon.She was considering selling it to someone else but luckily she spoke to me about the land and I suggested that she be patient and we try to see if we can work with a builder to perhaps create our first ever residential subdivision.

So, as I embark on a new career, leaving the security of what once was, I am eager to learn as much as possible.

For someone that is just starting out and about to embark on their first deal, does anyone have recommendations on how to find a good contractor to handle the renovations? 

A little about me: I'm currently serving in the Marine Corps and am about to embark on my 3rd and final deployment before separating in August of next year, 2015.

It seems like a great community and I look forward to being a part of it as I embark on my real estate journey.