New member/investor from West Monroe, Louisiana

New member/investor from West Monroe, Louisiana

Architect · West Monroe, LA · Member since 2014 · 137 posts · 16 votes

Hello to all members of this exciting site. My name is George Kelley, from West Monroe, Louisiana. Which is in NE Louisiana. I have been a home/remodel designer for going on fourteen years. Recently my wife and I decided to jump into the real estate investment pool because we love the housing industry. I started out with a wholesaling project - it did not work out. I said, I better learn what I'm doing, or else......I got on the internet and started searching. I learned a lot of people have a lot of knowledge, and a lot of success, and are willing to pass it on for a lot of money. Which at this time I do not have. So I started looking for groups. I found BP, and a few others on LinkedIn, Facebook. So I have decided to learn from my peers, and spend the money more wisely. My initial goals are to; learn to wholesale correctly - find the deal/seller - funds - buyers, and take to completion. We have it laid out that this is our goals/plan for the immediate future. But, we want to end up doing fix & flips as well as buy and hold, those are our long term goals. So I am here with an open mind and ear to hear and learn from a group of peer gurus. Thanks for reading, and welcoming me into your world.

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Realtor · Shreveport, LA · Member since 2012 · 311 posts · 58 votes
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@George Kelley Welcome to the Bigger Pockets community. Locally we have formed a un-official BP networking group in Shreveport/Bossier. We would love to have you join us! I know it is about an a bit of a drive from West Monroe but you are always welcome. I feel you would be instrumental and fit right in with our group since you are home/remodel designer. We could learn from you and we would be happy to share with you. Send me a private message and I will forward you the details if your interested. 

Welcome to the Bigger Pockets Community!

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  • Realtor · Shreveport, LA · Member since 2012 · 311 posts · 58 votes
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    @George Kelley Welcome to the Bigger Pockets community. Locally we have formed a un-official BP networking group in Shreveport/Bossier. We would love to have you join us! I know it is about an a bit of a drive from West Monroe but you are always welcome. I feel you would be instrumental and fit right in with our group since you are home/remodel designer. We could learn from you and we would be happy to share with you. Send me a private message and I will forward you the details if your interested. 

    Welcome to the Bigger Pockets Community!

  • Investor · Lafayette/Baton Rouge, LA · Member since 2013 · 1k+ posts · 915 votes
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    Welcome to BP @George Kelley !

    I agree with @Michael Faulk , that's a great background to bring to the business!  Feel free to reach out anytime I might be able to help as well!

  • Lafayette, LA · Member since 2014 · 14 posts · 2 votes
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    Hi @George, welcome to BP! I live in Lafayette, but I am from Monroe, originally. I'm interested in doing some investing in that area. Please feel free to contact me with any wholesale deals you come across.

    Thanks,

    Noah

  • Architect · West Monroe, LA · Member since 2014 · 137 posts · 16 votes
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    Thanks Robert. I will be reaching out to you.

    George

  • Architect · West Monroe, LA · Member since 2014 · 137 posts · 16 votes
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    It's great to meet you Noah. I would like to give you a call and find out what you would be interested in, if that is okay with you. Feel free to drop me a message with your # or call me @ 318-855-4086. Thanks for your interest.

    George

  • Real Estate Broker · Cleveland Dayton Cincinnati Toledo Columbus & Akron, OH · Member since 2013 · 31k+ posts · 20k+ votes
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    @George Kelley 

    welcome to the site.

  • Architect · West Monroe, LA · Member since 2014 · 137 posts · 16 votes
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    Thank you very much James. Hope to see-talk-learn from you as well.

    George

  • Brett SynickyPro Member
    Solo 401k and SDIRA Consultant · Orange, CA · Member since 2013 · 876 posts · 498 votes
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    @George Kelley 

    Welcome to BP!

    I highly recommend visiting this page if you haven’t already:

    http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere

    Happy networking!

  • Investor · Deridder, LA · Member since 2014 · 298 posts · 185 votes
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    @George Kelley 

    Welcome to the group.  There is lots of good information here and so far everyone seems friendly and willing to share their experiences.

    I'm also from DeRidder, LA south of you a few hours.

    Cheers,

    Jeff Vincent

  • Architect · West Monroe, LA · Member since 2014 · 137 posts · 16 votes
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    Thank you very much Jeff. I am starting to look around, and read as much as I am able. By the way would it be okay if I get connected w/you?

  • Solo 401k Expert · Anaheim Hills, CA · Member since 2012 · 18k+ posts · 6k+ votes
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    Welcome to BP community @George Kelley  It is a great place to meet new friends and learn about various aspects of real estate and more. Here are a few recommendations for you:

    Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet

    Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

    Read Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing

    Check out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/

    Wishing you the best! 

  • Jon HuberPro Member
    Rental Property Investor · Boca Raton, FL · Member since 2014 · 1k+ posts · 713 votes
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    @George Kelley

    Welcome to the community! Remember to be as active and engaging as you can. There is a wealth of information on BP, but only if you seek it out. Ask questions, read blogs, and the podcasts are golden. The best free education you can get! Good luck!

  • Real Estate Agent · Baton Rouge, LA · Member since 2013 · 34 posts · 4 votes
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    @George Kelley  Welcome to this site, the wealth of knowledge of these people talking on here is amazing. Do listen to the podcast they do help and Read the How to guides in the learn tab on the top, in the blue bar.

  • Architect · West Monroe, LA · Member since 2014 · 137 posts · 16 votes
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    Thank you Matthew. Yes I am exploring all the sources @ my fingertips. Truly amazing - must pace myself.

  • Architect · West Monroe, LA · Member since 2014 · 137 posts · 16 votes
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    Thanks Jon. Glad to be a member of the group. I will be using, and asking questions. I'm not sure where to start just - I am reading and listening for now.

  • Investor · Bossier City, LA · Member since 2009 · 29 posts · 3 votes
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    Hey George and welcome.  I am from Shreveport/Bossier, LA and am an active wholesaler and rehabber.  Welcome to the site.

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