Excited to Start My Real Estate Journey with BiggerPockets!

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Excited to Start My Real Estate Journey with BiggerPockets!

Hector Rosario
Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes

Hi all,

I’m excited to finally engage more with the BiggerPockets community! I discovered BP about 3-4 months ago after reading Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner. Since then, I’ve been listening to BiggerPockets, On The Market, and Real Estate Rookie, and I’m currently reading The Multifamily Millionaire by Brandon Turner.

A bit about myself:

I'm a 31-year-old software engineer looking to become a long-term multifamily real estate investor (REI) and achieve FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). I want to spend more time with family while growing my portfolio. Currently, I'm working on clearing my debt and saving as much as possible, with plans to start my journey by house hacking with my partner. While I'm based in California, I'm looking to begin house hacking a duplex, triplex, or quadplex in Houston, Texas, and build from there.

I’m looking forward to continuing to learn, becoming a property owner, and taking full control of my time and life to eventually quit my 9-to-5. I’m excited to make connections along the way!

Thanks for reading.

Best regards,
Hector Rosario

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Savannah Holzer
Lender · Austin, TX · Member since 2023 · 233 posts · 96 votes
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Hey Hector! Welcome to the BP community—it sounds like you're on an exciting path toward financial independence! House hacking in Houston is a great strategy to get started, and it’s awesome that you’re focusing on multifamily from the get-go. Clearing debt and saving up shows you’re laying a solid foundation, and the podcasts and books you’re diving into will definitely help you along the way. Good luck on your progress!

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  • John Mason
    Member since 2024 · 1k+ posts · 351 votes
    2y

    Hector Welcome to Bigger Pockets and I wish you all the best in your investing journey!

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  • Savannah Holzer
    Lender · Austin, TX · Member since 2023 · 233 posts · 96 votes
    2y

    Hey Hector! Welcome to the BP community—it sounds like you're on an exciting path toward financial independence! House hacking in Houston is a great strategy to get started, and it’s awesome that you’re focusing on multifamily from the get-go. Clearing debt and saving up shows you’re laying a solid foundation, and the podcasts and books you’re diving into will definitely help you along the way. Good luck on your progress!

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  • Gino BarbaroPro Member
    Rental Property Investor · St Augustine, FL · Member since 2014 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    2y

    @Hector Rosario

    What was your epiphany to wanting to invest in real estate? You are approaching it the right way with creating a foundation, getting your finances in order and learning about the business

    Good luck

    Gino

    Podcast Guest on Show The “Conveyor Belt” System That’ll Build You a BIG Rental Portfolio Quickly
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  • Julia Lyrberg
    Lender · TX · Member since 2024 · 308 posts · 197 votes
    2y

    Sounds like you’ve got a great plan in place! House-Hacking is a great way to start building generational wealth.

    Best of Luck!

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  • Hector Rosario
    OP
    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @John Mason:

    Hector Welcome to Bigger Pockets and I wish you all the best in your investing journey!

    Hi John, 

    Thanks for the welcoming and wishes. Hope you’re having a career with full of growth! 
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  • Hector Rosario
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    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Savannah Holzer:

    Hey Hector! Welcome to the BP community—it sounds like you're on an exciting path toward financial independence! House hacking in Houston is a great strategy to get started, and it’s awesome that you’re focusing on multifamily from the get-go. Clearing debt and saving up shows you’re laying a solid foundation, and the podcasts and books you’re diving into will definitely help you along the way. Good luck on your progress!


     Hi Savannah, 

    Thank you so much.  Best of luck to you as well! Hope this has been a great year for you! 

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  • Hector Rosario
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    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Gino Barbaro:

    @Hector Rosario

    What was your epiphany to wanting to invest in real estate? You are approaching it the right way with creating a foundation, getting your finances in order and learning about the business

    Good luck

    Gino

    Hi Gino,

    My interest in real estate started after I got my first career job and realized how demanding it can be. I began educating myself and exploring ways to achieve financial freedom as soon as possible, which led me to real estate investing. My goal is to become a full time family man, and my current field doesn’t provide that opportunity. 

    Thanks for your wishes! I wish you all the best as well.

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  • Hector Rosario
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    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Julia Lyrberg:

    Sounds like you’ve got a great plan in place! House-Hacking is a great way to start building generational wealth.

    Best of Luck!


     Hi Julia, 

    Thank you! Hope you’ve had a great 2024 in your journey. 

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  • Wale LawalBusiness Member
    Real Estate Broker · Houston | Dallas | Austin, TX · Member since 2018 · 5k+ posts · 2k+ votes
    2y

    @Hector Rosario

    Welcome to BP!

    House hacking is a cost-effective way to reduce housing expenses, manage tenants, and build equity. Start by reducing debt, researching Houston market trends, and obtaining pre-approved loans. Analyze deals using BP Rental Property Calculator and stick to 1% cash flow. Invest in property management and gradually transition to financial independence.

    Good luck!

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  • Logan Lambert
    Lender · Kingsville, MD · Member since 2023 · 103 posts · 35 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Hector Rosario:

    Hi all,

    I’m excited to finally engage more with the BiggerPockets community! I discovered BP about 3-4 months ago after reading Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner. Since then, I’ve been listening to BiggerPockets, On The Market, and Real Estate Rookie, and I’m currently reading The Multifamily Millionaire by Brandon Turner.

    A bit about myself:

    I'm a 31-year-old software engineer looking to become a long-term multifamily real estate investor (REI) and achieve FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). I want to spend more time with family while growing my portfolio. Currently, I'm working on clearing my debt and saving as much as possible, with plans to start my journey by house hacking with my partner. While I'm based in California, I'm looking to begin house hacking a duplex, triplex, or quadplex in Houston, Texas, and build from there.

    I’m looking forward to continuing to learn, becoming a property owner, and taking full control of my time and life to eventually quit my 9-to-5. I’m excited to make connections along the way!

    Thanks for reading.

    Best regards,
    Hector Rosario


     Hey,

    Welcome to BP. Here if you want to connect and wishing you much success on your journey!

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  • Julio GonzalezPro Member
    Specialist · West Palm Beach, FL · Member since 2008 · 4k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    2y

    Hi Hector, welcome to BiggerPockets!

    This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

    -Julio

    561-253-6640
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  • Jake AndronicoBusiness Member
    Realtor · Reno, NV · Member since 2019 · 1k+ posts · 938 votes
    2y

    @Hector Rosario

    Welcome to BP! You're in the right place. I've house hacked twice in Reno, NV and it's changed my life. 

    Sounds like you're in a great industry with flexibility and the determination to hit your goals!! 

    One thing I always tell people who are house hacking: The more uncomfortable you're willing to live, the better the numbers will be. The more comfortable you need to live, the worse the numbers will be. 

    Best of luck to you!

    415-233-1796
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  • Hector Rosario
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    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Wale Lawal:

    @Hector Rosario

    Welcome to BP!

    House hacking is a cost-effective way to reduce housing expenses, manage tenants, and build equity. Start by reducing debt, researching Houston market trends, and obtaining pre-approved loans. Analyze deals using BP Rental Property Calculator and stick to 1% cash flow. Invest in property management and gradually transition to financial independence.

    Good luck!


     Hi Wale, 

    Thanks for the welcome message and for your insights. I have been the Rental Property Calculator to practice my analysis in the Houston market. Appreciate it!! 

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  • John Mason
    Member since 2024 · 1k+ posts · 351 votes
    2y

    Hector did you also check out https://dealcheck.io/ free version? It can be helpful too

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  • Hector Rosario
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    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Logan Lambert:
    Quote from @Hector Rosario:

    Hi all,

    I’m excited to finally engage more with the BiggerPockets community! I discovered BP about 3-4 months ago after reading Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner. Since then, I’ve been listening to BiggerPockets, On The Market, and Real Estate Rookie, and I’m currently reading The Multifamily Millionaire by Brandon Turner.

    A bit about myself:

    I'm a 31-year-old software engineer looking to become a long-term multifamily real estate investor (REI) and achieve FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). I want to spend more time with family while growing my portfolio. Currently, I'm working on clearing my debt and saving as much as possible, with plans to start my journey by house hacking with my partner. While I'm based in California, I'm looking to begin house hacking a duplex, triplex, or quadplex in Houston, Texas, and build from there.

    I’m looking forward to continuing to learn, becoming a property owner, and taking full control of my time and life to eventually quit my 9-to-5. I’m excited to make connections along the way!

    Thanks for reading.

    Best regards,
    Hector Rosario


     Hey,

    Welcome to BP. Here if you want to connect and wishing you much success on your journey!


     Hi Logan, 

    Thanks for taking the time to welcome me! I have just sent over a connection request. Cheers

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  • Hector Rosario
    OP
    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Julio Gonzalez:

    Hi Hector, welcome to BiggerPockets!

    This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

    -Julio


     Hi Julio, 

    Thank you so much! Excited to learn, grow and for learning about this supportive community. 

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  • Hector Rosario
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    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Jake Andronico:

    @Hector Rosario

    Welcome to BP! You're in the right place. I've house hacked twice in Reno, NV and it's changed my life. 

    Sounds like you're in a great industry with flexibility and the determination to hit your goals!! 

    One thing I always tell people who are house hacking: The more uncomfortable you're willing to live, the better the numbers will be. The more comfortable you need to live, the worse the numbers will be. 

    Best of luck to you!


     Hi Jake, 

    I'm very happy that house hacking has helped you so much. I look forward on becoming an owner and growing my portfolio. 

    Thank you for your words of encouragement! Will keep that written!!

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  • Hector Rosario
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    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @John Mason:

    Hector did you also check out https://dealcheck.io/ free version? It can be helpful too


    John, 

    Thanks for sharing - I will add this to my list of resources and use it. Appreciate it!

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  • John Mason
    Member since 2024 · 1k+ posts · 351 votes
    2y

    Hector cool you are welcome.. I am a software architect myself on .Net and Cloud

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  • Morgan Tondre
    NJ · Member since 2024 · 207 posts · 91 votes
    2y

    Awesome, Hector! You're on the right track - there's an endless amount of house hacking opportunity here in Houston, TX! If you're local, check out this monthly REI meetup if you want to meet some other like-minded individuals and possibly find connections for your first deal... https://www.spacecityrei.com/events

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  • Hector Rosario
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    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @John Mason:

    Hector cool you are welcome.. I am a software architect myself on .Net and Cloud

    Great John, love to meet others within the same w2 industry as me. 
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  • Hector Rosario
    OP
    Member since 2024 · 12 posts · 10 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Morgan Tondre:

    Awesome, Hector! You're on the right track - there's an endless amount of house hacking opportunity here in Houston, TX! If you're local, check out this monthly REI meetup if you want to meet some other like-minded individuals and possibly find connections for your first deal... https://www.spacecityrei.com/events


     Hi Morgan, 

    Pleasure to e-meet you. Thank you for the encouragement! I’m not local as of right now but looking to transition in the next year, for now, I’m learning as much as possible, building my network and analyzing deals. 

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