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Luis Pineda
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New Member from Southern California

Luis Pineda
  • San Diego, CA
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Hey guys!

A little about myself: I am BARELY getting into the world of Real Estate Investing and I am here to learn as much as I can. I have been listening to the podcasts religiously since the day I discovered BP, and have also been taking advantage of all the massive amounts of information from the blogs, forums, and free books provided. 

Unfortunately, I do not have much experience in Real Estate. I am a Navy/Marine Corps veteran. A few years ago I graduated from San Diego State with a bachelor degree in Criminal Justice and also got my master's degree in Homeland Security. The past few years I have been working in public service, which I do enjoy, however I have realized that it is not the way I am going to achieve my financial goals.

I very much look forward to connecting with the members of BP and immersing myself into the world of REI. I am excited for what the future brings.

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Thom MacFarlane
  • Lender
  • San Diego, CA
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Thom MacFarlane
  • Lender
  • San Diego, CA
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If you haven't already done so, use your VA benefit to buy a home. You're eligibility allows you to finance a home with no down payment. With seller and/or lender participation you can get in with little to no closing costs. There's you're parlay into investment. After a year, rent it. Buy another using FHA or conventional financing.

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