where to start when trying to learn about Real Estate?

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hi everyone, i want to learn about real estate investing and i heard this was a great place to start. i have been watching videos on Youtube about different types of Real Estate, but i'm still a little confused on where to start for a person who has no idea about Real Estate. can anyone maybe point me in a direction for someone who is just learning Real Estate?

Harmony Matson · Answer

thank you everyone for the tips and suggestions i really appreciate all the help.

John Thedford · Answer

Two great places to learn: BP and books.You can find great books on being a licensed agent, being an investor, tax liens, notes, etc. Find an area you want to focus on.

Robert Lindsley · Answer

Hello @Harmony Matson.  Welcome to the community.

I started my journey by listening to a ton of podcasts and research on the internet.  I checked out flipping, getting my RE license, buying low-cost homes in rural parts of the country, investigating mobile home parks, etc.  I eventually landed on buy-and-hold multifamily properties.

As you start your journey you’ll most likely go a different path, and land on a different type of investment that appeals most to you.  That’s kind of the thing about real-estate, everybody’s journey is different, and there’s no ‘right’ way to do anything.

Biggerpockets is a GREAT place to get started.  There are amazing people here, willing to help and support you wherever you go.  Good luck, and feel free to reach out directly if you have questions.

Robert.

Tristan S. · Answer

Definitely get out there and go meet people that are doing real estate. Network and pick their brains. In addition, use biggerpockets and books as another resource. Good Luck !

Kevin Wang · Answer

Hi @Harmony Matson

If you're interested in learning more about real estate, I have a pdf that goes in depth about the laws, mortgages, important time value metric, development, commercial, single family, waterfall topics as well as reits and so much more.

where to start when trying to learn about Real Estate?

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