New Investor from Clarksville, TN

New Investor from Clarksville, TN

Wholesaler · Clarksville, TN · Member since 2016 · 4 posts · 5 votes

Hello Bigger Pockets community my name is Rojon Garrett, I'm from Lebanon, TN, currently, a new homeowner living in Clarksville, Tn. I've been interested in REI for many years and have been infected by analysis paralysis. I'm ready to be CURED of the disease.

I currently work as an insurance agent and a minister of music at a local church. I'm very happy in my current career, but cannot deny the impact that real estate is having on my local Metro Area of Nashville, TN. My goals in real estate are to establish a solid buy and hold business to create a retirement and legacy plan for my family. I'm definitely interested in Flipping, Wholesaling, and short-term Rental markets but my focus will definitely be in holding the property for long-term growth potential.

I came to learn about BiggerPockets through Lisa Phillips and her youtube page on Affordable Real Estate Investing. I've since started to listen to every podcast since 2013 and I'm enjoying every bit of knowledge that is being thrown my way. I look forward to engaging with seasoned pros and newbies like myself and wish us all success on our journey!!!!

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Avery CarlBusiness Member
Real Estate Agent · USA · Member since 2016 · 909 posts · 1k+ votes
8y

Hi Rojon!  Welcome to BP!  I have a long term in Nashville, 5 short terms in the Gatlinburg area, and am interested in long terms in other markets in TN currently.  Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have, particularly if you're interested in short terms!  I have made every mistake in the book and am happy for you to learn from mine rather than make them yourself.  Short terms can provide fantastic cash flow if you build a system and implement it.  Happy to chat anytime!

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  • Nashville, TN · Member since 2017 · 29 posts · 16 votes
    8y
    Hi I'm a newbie from Nashville! Glad to see some fellow Mid TN people on here!
  • Rental Property Investor · Clarksville, TN · Member since 2017 · 91 posts · 147 votes
    8y

    Hey Rojon welcome to the BP community! I am a local Clarksville real estate investor and also have a V/R in the Gatlinburg area. There is a small group of us that get together and primarely discuss the local market. Most of us are buy and hold investors and each person brings something to the table. Would love to have you at the next meet up! 

  • Wholesaler · Clarksville, TN · Member since 2016 · 4 posts · 5 votes
    8y
    @Bryce Stclair:

    I would love to come to the local meetup. Look forward to learning some insights about the local market and getting to know everyone. Please forward me the info, so I can put it on my calendar immediately. 

  • Flipper/Rehabber · Clarksville, TN · Member since 2017 · 82 posts · 20 votes
    8y
    Welcome! There's so much information on here. If you ever want to grab a coffee, let me know :)
  • Wholesaler · Clarksville, TN · Member since 2016 · 4 posts · 5 votes
    8y

    Thanks everyone. I'm already diving in and trying to learn as much as possible. REI is the way and I plan to utilize Bigger Pockets to its full capacity!!!

  • Realtor · Hendersonville, TN · Member since 2016 · 24 posts · 8 votes
    8y

    Welcome to BP! I'm an agent/property manager/investor from nashville. Let me know if you need help with anything! 

  • Investor · Shelton, CT · Member since 2016 · 218 posts · 225 votes
    8y
    Rojon Garrett welcome!!! I live in CT but have a very successful VR in Gatlinburg. I second what a great area Gatlinburg is for investment! Sounds like we’re on the same very focused flight path: have a job, like our job, but see the huge potential in real estate and planning for our retirement and family’s future. The other thing I’m considering is rolling some of my IRA into a self-directed account to invest in real estate. Looking larger scale there with the likely need/desire to partner with a group. If you’re sitting on any retirement savings that aren’t locked up in your employers 401K, it’s a great way to diversify vs sitting in and on this scary potential stock market bubble. Good luck!!!
  • Solo 401k Expert · Anaheim Hills, CA · Member since 2012 · 18k+ posts · 6k+ votes
    8y

    @Rojon Garrett

    Welcome to the BP family! Great that you joined the site! Here are some 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!

  • Avery CarlBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · USA · Member since 2016 · 909 posts · 1k+ votes
    8y

    Hi Rojon!  Welcome to BP!  I have a long term in Nashville, 5 short terms in the Gatlinburg area, and am interested in long terms in other markets in TN currently.  Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have, particularly if you're interested in short terms!  I have made every mistake in the book and am happy for you to learn from mine rather than make them yourself.  Short terms can provide fantastic cash flow if you build a system and implement it.  Happy to chat anytime!

  • Wholesaler · Clarksville, TN · Member since 2016 · 4 posts · 5 votes
    8y

    @Zach Hoskins@Jeff Piscioniere , @Dmitriy Fomichenko and @Avery Carl  

    Thanks for the well wishes. The positive atmosphere really helps! I look forward to connecting and sharing ideas as much as positive.

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