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Zab C.
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Newbie needs advice

Zab C.
  • Toronto, Ontario
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Good afternoon BP!

I am in my mid 20's, recent university graduate, working in the transit industry. Looking to learn about real estate and invest! This is my current situation:

No real estate experience, living with family (we do not own a house, we currently rent)

Student Loans: 45K (currently on interest free program, which is why I have not paid towards it yet)

Savings: 20K

Income: 60K 

Expenses: gas (very low due to living with my family)

I am a bit overwhelmed (don't know where to start) but very eager and excited to learn about real estate basics and investment. I am almost finished reading Rich Dad Poor Dad. What would you do if if you were in my position? Any guidance would be appreciated.

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Paul Timmins#2 New Member Introductions Contributor
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Paul Timmins#2 New Member Introductions Contributor
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@Zab C.

Welcome time to start the journey.

Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere

Take a good look at the books available on BP.

Locate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to meet people gather resources and info. Here you will meet wholesalers who provide deals and rehabbers (cash buyers). Find them through Google and meetup.com

Paul

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