Investing in Orange County NY

[Ryan Velilla]

I Currently live in Middletown NY and would like to start investing in my first rental property in Orange County, NY. I’m 26 years old and have a great job as a union construction laborer. I’m struggling because I don’t know a whole lot about real estate and don’t want to make any bad decisions starting off. I’m just looking for advise as far as what the beginning process is when buying a multi family home and what exactly do I need. Thank you

[John Kwon]

@Ryan Velilla I would start by reading some books. Get your foundation set up first. In general, I think people are most receptive if you show that you are at least informed of the topic. 

Bigger pockets has a good list of books. Also, check out the guides.

https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides

REI group meeting are good place to learn, but don't expect anything for free (even if they offer it). Bring value to them. Good luck!

p.s. I have no vested interest in BP. I started reading blogs and books from sites like this, too.