I'm 25 and live in the Washington DC metro area, and work in financial services.I have done really well investing in the markets and have been trying to save as much as i can (while still enjoying life to the fullest), and have created a nice little nest egg to start my journey in real estate investing.The reason i am starting this thread, is because after living and renting in the DC metro area for 3 years here, i just do not believe the market here is attractive for buying house hacking or renting properties. 

I enjoy IT management MUCH more.

you have ups and downs just like the economy.. but its been a fun ride.. and I really enjoy all the different people I meet.. and take great pride in helping others achieve their dreams by funding their deals and companies.. my job is to make my vendors and clients millionaires that my only job.. 

So, when you get your first assignment, Google the state and first time homebuyer.

@Christoval Esquivel hope you've enjoyed living here in Lubbock these past couple years!

Glad you enjoyed! 

@Cairra Phelps - that would require a license, you can google your state specific schools.  

Safer, less maintenance, enjoyment, better financing, tax benefits, are some reasons we trade cars.

Google mobile home domolision. 

You can google NJ reciprocity rules and see if your license allows you just to test into those states