Hi, everyone. I'm an ICU/ER RN with a military background that inherited a business that was sold and property then leased back to the new owner of the business. It's paid off and cash flowing well, and I've realized this might be an avenue to exiting the nursing profession. I'm fortunate that I can work full time in only 3 days a week at my j-o-b which leaves more than half of my time available to learn and do in REI. I don't have kids, so this is something I intend to throw my entire self at instead of pursuing graduate training in the nursing field. I'm grateful for any opportunity to network and learn from this organization.
@Mark H. Porter hi, Mark. I will definitely do that. I grew up in MB, and my commercial rental is thriving in the Socastee area directly off 17 Bypass. I now live in Columbia but am not opposed to driving back and forth and investing in Horry Co. I know it's probably one of the hottest markets in the country.
@Zach Edelman hi, Zach. Sorry for the delayed reply! After plugging into bigger pockets, I made the grave mistake of purchasing a larger SFR and thinking I'd do most of the labor myself. 2 years later, the house looks good 🤦🏻♂️😂. Lesson learned.
My father built a reputable automotive repair garage after his 21 year career in the USAF. It is in its 40th year of operation today. I hold a sizeable equity share with NOI approaching gross revenue in a second 5 year triple net lease with rent increasing 3% annually.
@Ryan David Dodd have you purchased anything else in Columbia other than your primary? You seem to be in the perfect position to house hack a small multi family and rev up your RE investing.
@Chris DeTreville not yet! I'm putting the finishing touches on my current primary residence so that when the time is right, I can pull the trigger, be it house hacking or another strategy. Right now I'm in an aggressive learning phase.
I know I can probably use the VA to get into 2, 3, or 4 unit multifamily properties a year, and over 3-5 years of doing that, I'd probably have a portfolio of 1-2 million. I will not be shy about pulling the trigger once I'm more comfortable with market and deal analysis. I anticipate doing something this year. Just not sure yet what it looks like but I'm off work for the next two weeks and very heavily investing in my knowledge base, plugging back in here, and preparing to get the most out of BPCON so that I'm prepared to make big moves when the time is right.
Would you like to catch up over coffee or a cocktail?
@Chris DeTreville not yet! I'm putting the finishing touches on my current primary residence so that when the time is right, I can pull the trigger, be it house hacking or another strategy. Right now I'm in an aggressive learning phase.
I know I can probably use the VA to get into 2, 3, or 4 unit multifamily properties a year, and over 3-5 years of doing that, I'd probably have a portfolio of 1-2 million. I will not be shy about pulling the trigger once I'm more comfortable with market and deal analysis. I anticipate doing something this year. Just not sure yet what it looks like but I'm off work for the next two weeks and very heavily investing in my knowledge base, plugging back in here, and preparing to get the most out of BPCON so that I'm prepared to make big moves when the time is right.
Would you like to catch up over coffee or a cocktail?
Welcome, Ryan. You’re in a strong position, cash-flowing real estate, a flexible schedule, and the drive to go all-in. Leveraging your existing asset and time to learn the ropes of active investing could be a powerful path to transitioning out of nursing. Whether you go into rentals, flips, or commercial, your discipline and availability give you a real edge. Happy to connect and share insights and knowledge!