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Brandon Ferder
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Brandon Ferder
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Hi Everyone!

My name is Brandon and I am a new real estate investor located in the Washington D.C., metro area. Im starting to get my bearings within real estate investing, the market, terminology and formulating my personal strategy to begin building wealth. I currently have litte capital and stumbled upon the idea of wholesaling real estate as a starting point to get my feet wet, build my network, learn about negotiating and dive in head first.

Im looking to connect with other investors either in the area or around the country who would have an interest in speaking with me! Im currently bootstrapping my way into the industry and would love to learn more about the DMV area, opportunities, and grow my network.

Thanks Brandon for guiding me with your books and the BP Team for having me here.

Cheers,

Brandon

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Nate Sanow
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Nate Sanow
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I just want to say I totally gave you your first vote! :) I’m sure it’s the first of many. Best wishes to your continued success you are in the right place. 

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Kyle Deutschmann
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Kyle Deutschmann
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Quote from @Brandon Ferder:

Hi Everyone!

My name is Brandon and I am a new real estate investor located in the Washington D.C., metro area. Im starting to get my bearings within real estate investing, the market, terminology and formulating my personal strategy to begin building wealth. I currently have litte capital and stumbled upon the idea of wholesaling real estate as a starting point to get my feet wet, build my network, learn about negotiating and dive in head first.

Im looking to connect with other investors either in the area or around the country who would have an interest in speaking with me! Im currently bootstrapping my way into the industry and would love to learn more about the DMV area, opportunities, and grow my network.

Thanks Brandon for guiding me with your books and the BP Team for having me here.

Cheers,

Brandon


Welcome to BP and real estate investing Brandon! I'd recommend checking out some local meetups in the DC area. It's a great place to meet other investors, agents, wholesalers, lenders, etc. There's actually one coming up in a couple weeks in Laurel that Jack and I both regularly attend. Search for ‘Central MD REI Social' here on BP and you should find the monthly event page.

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Brandon Ferder
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Brandon Ferder
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@Nate Sanow @Jack Seiden Thank you both for the warm welcomes and networking opportunity - I look forward to connecting with you both!

@Kyle Deutschmann Kyle, thanks for the insight and I appreciate the welcome! Ill look up the Central MD REI Social and will plan to meet you and Jack in person soon! I have a good colleague and friend of mine @Jorge Herrera who will be interesting in joining as well.

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Rob Chiang
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Quote from @Brandon Ferder:

Hi Everyone!

My name is Brandon and I am a new real estate investor located in the Washington D.C., metro area. Im starting to get my bearings within real estate investing, the market, terminology and formulating my personal strategy to begin building wealth. I currently have litte capital and stumbled upon the idea of wholesaling real estate as a starting point to get my feet wet, build my network, learn about negotiating and dive in head first.

Im looking to connect with other investors either in the area or around the country who would have an interest in speaking with me! Im currently bootstrapping my way into the industry and would love to learn more about the DMV area, opportunities, and grow my network.

Thanks Brandon for guiding me with your books and the BP Team for having me here.

Cheers,

Brandon


I am in the Bay Area, CA if you need anything just holler. The BP FB main group is a great way to shout out as well. Wholesaling is a great way to get started, start going to your local REIA and offer to bird dog for the more experienced ringers.

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Chris Mcdonald
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Chris Mcdonald
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Good luck on your journey and Maryland has tons of opportunities for first time investors with little capital. Send me a message to connect and discuss a few options. Chris 

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Jay Thomas
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Maryland is a great place to invest in real estate, and there are many resources available to help you get started.

Hello! I'm Jay Thomas, a REALTOR in Houston, Texas. Chances are you and I share a similar passion, Real Estate! I also have a passion for building businesses, working out, inspiring others, technology, sports, and people. 

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Mitchell Kennedy
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Mitchell Kennedy
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Shoot me a message Brandon. I am located in Austin but I've got a great team out there and more specifically a great agent out there that would be more than happy to talk with you and help you get started in your investing.