New Member from Carrollton, GA (outside Atlanta)

[Joel Pittsley]

Hi all!  My name is Joel Pittsley and I am a new investor in the Atlanta area, specifically Carroll, Haralson, and Douglas counties.  I have spent the last few months educating myself by reading books, forums, and listening to podcasts.  I am very thankful for the BP site and the wealth of information it provides, especially to beginners like myself.  While I know the learning never ends, I am ready to put what I have learned into action.

I am immediately getting into wholesaling, will look to do fix-and-flips in the near future, and do buy-and-holds in the about a year or so.  I am looking for people to network and partner with who have common goals and interest that will be beneficial for everyone.

I look forward to getting to know you all and becoming a part of the BP community!

[Andrew Cordle]

@Joel Pittsley

Hey welcome to BP maybe as a forum poster, it appears you have already done a lot of educating on BP. Anyways, I'm from ATL more on the northside but I grew up in Douglasville and am down there periodically. If you ever need any help just let me know. 

In the meantime:

1. New to BP?

2. Develop your own business strategy. -- Don’t just be a “jack-of-all-trades"

3. Grow your business by developing your business plan. - Remember there is a difference between goals and a plan.

4. Locate and attend several different local REIAs as they’re great opportunities to network and meet wholesalers, lenders, and contractors.

5. Stay away from the “guru” sales-pitch events - they rarely increase your investment knowledge, they merely empty your wallet!

6. Spend 30 minutes a day on Bigger Pockets by connecting with “colleagues,” perusing blogs and videos, and engaging with others on the forums:

7. Set yourself up to receive free alerts to be notified of subjects that interest you:

Andrew