Hi, I'm new to the RI and BP. I'm motivated to get things moving and I'm trying to learn how I can get started with nothing. I plan on starting with birddogging(I think that's what it's called) then as I build some capital, I would like move into rentals and flipping. Does anyone know of some good groups in my area? Oh yeah, I'm also currently working full-time. Looking forward to this new adventure.

@William Yamada welcome.

@William Yamada

Welcome. Time to build the foundation below.

Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere

Check out BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginner's Guide - A fantastic free book that walks through many of the key topics of real estate investing.

Check out the free BiggerPockets Podcast - A weekly podcast with interviews and a ton of great advice. And you get the benefit of having 60 past ones to catch up on.

Two Great reads, I bought both J. Scott The Book on Flipping Houses,The Book on Estimating ReHab Costshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbook

Locate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to meet people gather resources and info. Here you will meet wholesalers who provide deals and all the cash buyers (rehabbers) you will need.

Consider checking out HUD homes for small multi's owner occupied gets first crack.

Couple good reads

• 9 Reasons You Couldn't Find A Buyer For Your Wholesale Deal
• Don't Start Wholesaling Until You Read This: Wholesale Advice from a Fix and Flipper

• How to Start Wholesaling: Getting Past The Education and Into the Field

You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing. Rents can be 2-4 times more. Remember you don't have to own a property to control it.

Download BP’s newest book here some good due diligence in Chapter 10. Real Estate Rewind Starting over

http://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/brandonatbp/file/real-estate-rewind-a-biggerpockets-community-book

Good luck

Paul

Hey William, my office is in Rancho Cucamonga, I attend a lot of REI clubs, I can offer some answers of you ever have any question.

Hey @William Yamada welcome to the site! It's great to have you here. Feel free to ask any questions in the forums. Seeya around!