Your story is inspiring!

I'm just hoping to find some inspiration from other people with the same ideas here on BP.

Until now it was to me just a percentage figure with no meaning.It is wonderful and inspiring to see an Aussie doing well in the US!

I look forward to hopefully meeting with you sometime soon, and I will continue in your steed to pay it forward, and hope others are inspired to do the same...Also, ending or beginning the class with a "real life story" based on the past/future lessons would be invaluable.  

I hope this inspires someone to go out and pull the trigger on their first flip. 

Congratulations its really inspiring for me , keep us posted if any news arises

I know that it will inspire many new investors to be willing to jump into this game we call real estate.  

Inspiring to say the least, especially for a new investor like myself.

I thought I would post here to seek advice and inspiration on ways for me to change my strategy to create the life I want in the short term without significant risk.

As for your current living situation, I don't feel as if paying rent right now should be frowned upon, for the following reasons:1- As long as you're not taking on the entire cost yourself by living alone, I am sure your rent payment is not nearly as much as a 1 bedroom place would be.  2- If you do have to rent, which in this situation it appears you do currently, although it doesn't build equity, it may give you time to learn the market around you while paying minimal rent (No swanky water-front apartment with all of the amenities, this is obviously extremely pricey) 3- This is also a great opportunity to find some inspiration for your future in real estate.