Officially a real estate investor

Officially a real estate investor

Rental Property Investor · Villa Rica, GA · Member since 2014 · 220 posts · 360 votes

Thanks to everyone involved at BP. Especially @Joshua D. (I miss you on the podcast) and @Brandon Turner. I have been working to get involved in real estate for the last 8 years. I listened to every podcast at least 4 or 5 times over those years. I know most of you would think why did it take that long. 

It should not have taken that long but I've never known anybody that owned property, not even a car. I grew up in deep poverty in rural south Georgia and never knew about owning anything. I also didn't understand personal finance. I definitely didn't understand real estate finance. Had to go through a complete mind shift (still growing every day). 

I've grown a lot in many different areas and I know @Mindy Jensen and @Scott 

@Scott Trench changed my life with the money podcast. It really helped me get my personal finances together which allowed me to use my personal financial position to purchase this property. 

I closed on a triplex 2 days ago and I'm still on BP for hours listening to all the BP advice on what to do every step. I hope to continue to build portfolio so I can build wealth for my family and leave something to my kids. Also spread this mindset to others that have never came anywhere close to understanding the power of real estate.

Thanks BP! Yall are great people and really are changing lives for generations of people.

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Scott TrenchPro Member
Rental Property Investor · Denver, CO · Member since 2014 · 2k+ posts · 6k+ votes
7y

Congratulations @Byron Scott! That's great to hear that the money show was helpful and great that you are on your way to building a great real estate portfolio. I expect you have a mountain of work ahead of you, but also that the snowball is beginning to pick up and start accelerating for you!

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  • Member since 2018 · 44 posts · 36 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott Congratulations on purchasing the triplex and kicking off this next chapter of your journey. That's so great to hear--and inspiring. Cheers to your continued success!

  • Investor · Chattanooga, TN · Member since 2019 · 137 posts · 122 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott Wonderful! So proud of you, your growth, and your tenacity to learn. Can't wait to follow progress on this new and exciting next step.

  • Investor · Richmond, VA · Member since 2016 · 164 posts · 114 votes
    7y

    @Renee Yarbrough Congratulations! You’re inspiring me to keep pushing and try to make things happen for my family and kiddo too.

  • Investor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2017 · 184 posts · 204 votes
    7y

    Congratulations! That's fantastic and great start to your journey! 

  • Lender · Richmond, VA · Member since 2017 · 47 posts · 10 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott

    Proud of you! Being committed for 8 years will pay off if you keep at it and do your homework before growing your portfolio.

  • Rental Property Investor · Grove City, OH · Member since 2018 · 93 posts · 71 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott - Congrats! Very inspiring. 

  • Scott TrenchPro Member
    Rental Property Investor · Denver, CO · Member since 2014 · 2k+ posts · 6k+ votes
    7y

    Congratulations @Byron Scott! That's great to hear that the money show was helpful and great that you are on your way to building a great real estate portfolio. I expect you have a mountain of work ahead of you, but also that the snowball is beginning to pick up and start accelerating for you!

  • Rental Property Investor · Villa Rica, GA · Member since 2014 · 220 posts · 360 votes
    7y

    Thanks @Mike S. @Renee Yarbrough @Michael A. @Evan Parker @Account Closed The money show made all the difference. I listened to the shows a million times but I couldn't put real estate and me together because I didn't have the personal finance piece. And I do have a mountain of work but good thing BP introduced me to books like Getting Things Done and Deep Work and listening to those productivity podcast and they really help. Thanks for everything BP family! 

  • Rental Property Investor · Neenah, WI · Member since 2019 · 154 posts · 105 votes
    7y

    Great job @Byron Scott

    We look forward to great things from you 

  • Real Estate Agent · New York, NY · Member since 2018 · 26 posts · 10 votes
    7y

    Congrats keep striving king. This is only the beginning. Im Inspired, LOVE IT 

  • Rental Property Investor · Greenville, NC · Member since 2017 · 78 posts · 38 votes
    7y

    Congrats! Amazing to hear that you finally decided to put the boots the ground.

  • Rental Property Investor · Chicago, IL · Member since 2018 · 89 posts · 77 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott

    No one owned property. Not even a car. Now a triplex. Man that resonates.

    Can you give us some information on the property? Is it already rented out or do you need to fix it up? Are you intending to live in one unit or rent out the whole thing?

    Thanks

  • Denver, CO · Member since 2019 · 80 posts · 53 votes
    7y

    Congratulations!!! That is so awesome that you had the motivation and persistence to pursue real estate investing. It's people like you who inspire the rest of us here at BiggerPockets.

  • Bill HamptonBusiness Member
    Accredited Investment Fiduciary, AIF®, Financial Planner, Tax Strategist, Real Estate Investor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2012 · 2k+ posts · 979 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott,

    Congratulations!

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  • Rental Property Investor · Westminster, MD · Member since 2014 · 165 posts · 221 votes
    7y

    Congratulations! Screen your tenants, collect those checks and dont wait 8 more years to buy another!

  • York, PA · Member since 2019 · 51 posts · 21 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott

    Congrats!! This is amazing to hear and is a big boost of encouragement. Keep it up!

  • Flipper/Rehabber · Matthews, NC · Member since 2019 · 198 posts · 239 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott  Wow!  Congratulations.  Not just for getting the property but for staying the course...for staying strong and proud.  You are a true example of what it takes to move beyond your old beliefs and experiences to a new path!  Way to go!!!

  • Debbie W.Pro Member
    Lindenhurst, NY · Member since 2017 · 75 posts · 35 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott Congrats! That is wonderful. We all wish you the best of luck.  I listened and read for over 2 years and finally took a leap. I'm working on the next one already.  The mindset is the biggest challenge. I wanted to learn everything I could so I would minimize looking stupid lol. The people on Bigger Pockets are a fantastic resource. I love the meetups too. Do great!

    Debbie

  • Rental Property Investor · Member since 2019 · 1 post · 0 votes
    7y

    Congratulations Byron.

  • Rental Property Investor · Villa Rica, GA · Member since 2014 · 220 posts · 360 votes
    7y

    Thanks @Scott Rogers @India Spivey @Sebastian Kressley @Bill Hampton @Account Closed BP played a big part in keeping me motivated. Helped me grow personally and financially. I'm so grateful to BP for providing great content and having great people that care about helping others. Thanks!

  • Member since 2019 · 58 posts · 60 votes
    7y

    I don't look at it like why did it take 8 years to take the plunge, I look at it like how many people have the determination and resolve to stick with it for 8 years before making a purchase?  I doubt it's very many. 

    Seriously, congrats on all your hard work paying off.  I'm sure you're going to do big things in RE!

  • Atlanta, GA · Member since 2015 · 4 posts · 4 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott Congrats! I’m currently working on my first deal as well I can’t wait to close!

  • Real Estate Coach · Charlotte, NC · Member since 2016 · 399 posts · 341 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott your story sounds like it would serve as an inspiration for a lot of people. I hope to read more about it and about your continued success, huge congratulations to you.

  • Real Estate Agent · Douglasville, GA · Member since 2019 · 2 posts · 2 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your inspiring story. I look forward to seeing your success.

  • Austin, TX · Member since 2019 · 9 posts · 2 votes
    7y

    @Byron Scott congratulations coming from a similar background making a similar shift at 19 yrs old on the same path as you

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