It helps in the long run to develop the connections plus they know the area well which avoids hiccups down the road.

I'm passionate about learning the ins and outs of the industry.Outside of real estate, I enjoy climbing and bouldering.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

I can do a wet paper towel test afterwards and it comes up pristine, but I also have a dog so it doesn't last long :/

I've just called your office to connect.

I’m here to soak up all the knowledge I can, share my experiences, and connect with others who are just as passionate about real estate.I’m looking forward to jumping into discussions, learning from everyone here, picking up tips and best practices for multifamily investments, house flipping, house hacking, and BRRRR, as well as making connections and maybe even collaborating on future projects.Thanks for having me!

I am hoping to connect with others and learn all that I can. 

I'm reaching out to this knowledgeable community to connect with fellow investors and real estate agents who can offer insights, share experiences, or point me towards potential investment opportunities in the area.A brief introduction: I recently embarked on my real estate investment journey with the purchase of a property in California, April 2024 for $180,000, applying the BRRRR strategy to maximize its value.

If you want to connect with other investors in the area, I help run a monthly real estate meetup here in Houston.

I gave them notice 3 months ago that I will no longer be renting to them, and they paid very late each month except for this last month.

I also believe there is enough free information on Biggerpockets to teach you the basics and get you rolling for the first few investments.As Jonathan pointed out, you should never spend your last dime on an investment.