Hello from Southside of Chicago

[Marek J.]

Hello, my name is Marek. I am a long time member first time poster. I been interested in Multi Family real estate for a while. For the past year I been reading many books and articles, and listening to biggerpockets podcasts. My long term plan is to build a real estate portfolio of multi family units in Chicago. I really like triplexes and larger units like six units. I would ultimately want to add one investment property building per year, and specialize in 3 to 6 unit products to build a large portfolio of those products in the local Chicago market around Midway airport and the city itself. The first step I would like to do is owner occupy a triplex. I live on the southside so I am planing on investing close to my area.  

Thank you 

[Brandon L.]

Hello! @Marek J.

Welcome to BP, and congratulations on making the decision to invest in your future via real estate.

I have written a few blog posts that may help you get started here on BP, and with your investing. Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.

First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:

https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp

The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:

https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciated

The last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

There are many agents out there, but it’s important to choose the right one.

https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52724-im-new-to-investing-how-do-i-find-an-investor-friendly-agent

I love answering questions if you have any! Good Luck :)