Hello everyone!

My name is Justin Ward, I live in Central New York and I'm graduating in a few weeks with a degree in Visual Communications, mostly working with advertising design and web applications. My first goal is to pay down a little of the debt that I have to get my debt to income ratio in better standing and then try out house hacking a duplex close to where I work. I've been reading articles, forums, listening to podcasts, and reading a first time landlord book, and I plan on continuing research as much as possible before I buy the duplex. I am an artist and grew up on a farm so I'm not afraid of paint or power tools and I'm very excited to get started. After the house hack I'd like to continue purchasing multifamillies to rent out and maybe eventually delve into commercial. I'd appreciate any advice and of course  suggestions for valuable educational resources. 

I look forward to getting to know each of you, and learning everything I can from you!

- Justin