New Investor & Agent from Los Angeles!

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New Investor & Agent from Los Angeles!

Blake Alexander
Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes

Hello BP! 

My name is Blake Alexander and i'm a brand new, "investor-friendly" real estate agent, and RE investor in Los Angeles. I discovered this site last week and since then i've been listening to 5+ podcasts a day, while reading every article and blog post I can get my hands on. 

Absolutely fantastic community here! I'm surprised at how available and competent the responses are. Thank you @Joshua D. and the countless others, for building this! 

I'm still exploring options but it seems buying cash-flowing, multi-family homes (out of state) are the best options for me. I also really like the idea of wholesaling. Thinking of looking into the Las Vegas, Palm Springs, Inland Empire, Reno, and East Coast markets. I like the idea of using an FHA to buy a tri or quad and living rent free, but I'm still trying to figure out if the numbers would work here.

I look forward to networking and meeting the BP community! 

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  • Account Closed
    Real Estate Investor · San Antonio, TX · Member since 2014 · 785 posts · 190 votes
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    Welcome sir. This is a great community I just joined as well. Please keep the lone star state in mind in your investing. I found that networking with others is what has led to recent success for me in real estate. Find people who have done lots of deals and are willing to show you the ropes. that is the path to success. 

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  • David Batchelder
    Real Estate Investor · Helena, AL · Member since 2015 · 4 posts · 0 votes
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    I to am new, welcome.

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  • Joshua McGinnis
    Rental Property Investor · Beverly Hills, CA · Member since 2014 · 472 posts · 272 votes
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    Hi @Blake Alexander  - welcome to BP! I wish you a lot of success!

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

    Welcome to the community! Good to see another Los Angeles investor getting active BP has a tremendous amount of information to help you, but it is only available if you seek it out. Be sure to be as active and engaging as possible. Read blogs, post questions, and the podcasts are gold! The best free education you can get.

    Also, we have been setting up monthly meetings. Be sure to check out BP Events and Happenings for the next LA meetup, or you can send me a message for the info. Next meetup in LA is on Feb 28th!

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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    Thanks for all the great responses everyone! 

    @Jon Huber  I am planning on attending that meet-up on the 28th (I RSVPed on the event page, and I also sent you a message). I am also attending my first REIA meeting tonight in Glendale. 

    @Joe Pickett I'll certainly keep Texas in mind — it keeps coming up in discussions. 

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  • Peggy Liu
    Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2013 · 354 posts · 98 votes
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    Welcome @Blake Alexander !  As an agent, do you focus on any specific part of Los Angeles?

    Speaking of meetings...here is one this Sunday... 

    http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/168...

    @Jon Huber ?  Are you going?

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  • Edward Synicky
    Rental Property Investor · Yorba Linda, CA · Member since 2012 · 336 posts · 69 votes
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    @Blake Alexander 

    Congratulations on finding Bigger Pockets! You will find this a tremendous resource for all of your real estate needs. Please reach out to me or any of the other members for any help you may need to start your real estate career. Over 40 years I have been convinced there is no better way to achieve wealth than through the ownership of real property.

    All the best!

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  • Joe Moore
    Rental Property Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2010 · 804 posts · 230 votes
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    Welcome to BP, a good place to be.

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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    @Edward Synicky thank you. I will certainly reach out if, and when, I need help. 

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  • Jon HuberPro Member
    Rental Property Investor · Boca Raton, FL · Member since 2014 · 1k+ posts · 713 votes
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    @Peggy Liu Unfortunately no. I will be out of town for Presidents Weekend. I would have liked to attend though. 

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  • Sean Hurwitz
    Investor · Van Nuys, CA · Member since 2014 · 151 posts · 38 votes
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    Welcome @Blake Alexander 
    I'd tell you to check out the podcasts, but it sounds like you're ON IT!
    Enjoy the comradery and the great info on the site.
    I'll look forward to meeting you at one meeting or another.

    Have a great day

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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    Thank you @Sean Hurwitz I appreciate it!

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  • Billy ConesPro Member
    Harker Heights, TX · Member since 2014 · 98 posts · 12 votes
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    Welcome to Bigger Pockets @Blake Alexander 

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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    Appreciate it @Billy Cones ! I'll have to make a scouting trip out your way soon. 

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  • Sonya Stovall
    Residential Real Estate Agent · Bethesda, MD · Member since 2015 · 87 posts · 28 votes
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    Welcome @Blake Alexander!  I'm new also and if you want to consider the DMV area, reach out. Best of luck and enjoy.

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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    Thanks @Sonya Stovall ! From the podcasts it seems like people have been having success in the DC and Baltimore areas. Maryland and Virginia are on the radar certainly. I'll reach out if I have questions about the area. 

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  • Peter MckernanBusiness Member
    Residential Real Estate Agent · Irvine, CA · Member since 2013 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    @Blake Alexander 

    Welcome to the site, I hope you find what you are looking for here! There is a ton of information! 

    Peter 

    The McKernan Group4.957 Reviews
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  • Manolo D.
    Contractor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 4k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    @Blake Alexander Welcome blake! Let me know if you need my help. I will let you know if i need yours. :)

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  • Veronica Paez
    Rental Property Investor · Kansas City, MO · Member since 2014 · 37 posts · 7 votes
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    welcome let me know if you are interested in Kansas City a unknown gem for investors

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  • Justin Wragg
    Real Estate Investor · Redondo Beach, CA · Member since 2015 · 34 posts · 3 votes
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    Blake Alexander Hello!! Welcome to BP!! I am relatively new as well and can't wait to get deals under my belt. I am looking into receiving loans for tri/four places as well. We are having a BP meeting on fairfax on feb 28 and you should try to attend as well. I look forward to networking and working with you in the near future! Welcome again!!
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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    Thanks @Manolo D. ! That sounds great. 

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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    Hey @Justin Wragg , I'll be attending that meeting. It will be great to meet in person. Let's talk multi-family soon. 

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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    Hey @Peggy Liu thanks for that information! My focus in LA is Beverly Grove, Miracle Mile, West Hollywood, Larchmont, and the Fairfax district. 

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  • Robert AdamsBusiness Member
    Real Estate Broker · Henderson, NV · Member since 2009 · 1k+ posts · 373 votes
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    @Blake Alexander please let me know if I can be of any assistance to you in the Vegas area.

    [email protected]702-349-9175
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  • Blake Alexander
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    Agent & Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2015 · 56 posts · 36 votes
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    Thanks @Robert Adams ! Las Vegas is my primary focus at the moment so I'll be in touch. 

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