New Investor in Western Illinois: College MBA Student

New Investor in Western Illinois: College MBA Student

Contractor · Macomb, IL · Member since 2019 · 10 posts · 3 votes

Hello BP members,

My name is Blake Sullivan and I am a Junior at Western Illinois University pursuing my MBA. I’m hoping to get my first deal done before graduating to build equity for future deals and the eventual purchase of my own dream home. I am most interested in vacation/short term rentals in warmer climate markets and travel destinations. I am looking to get into small single family or multi family properties in my local area. Please feel free to connect with me! I look forward to hearing your advice and am always willing to give my input on any questions you have. I hope to provide each other with great value! Thank you, Blake

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  • Doug SmithPro Member
    Lender · Tampa, FL · Member since 2013 · 2k+ posts · 2k+ votes
    6y

    I grew up not far from Macomb. My grandmother went the Western. I now run a Florida-based fund and I would be happy to answer questions. 

  • Contractor · Macomb, IL · Member since 2019 · 10 posts · 3 votes
    6y

    Small world! My aunt actually lives in Tampa and my Uncle owns real estate! Look forward to getting to know you and hopefully we could grab lunch the next time I’m down there

  • Real Estate Agent · Tampa Florida · Member since 2013 · 630 posts · 303 votes
    6y

    HI Blake,

    I am an Investment Real Estate Specialist.  I also run my own AirBNB/Homeaway Vacation rentals here in the Tampa area.  Would love to connect with you the next time you are in town!

  • Solo 401k Expert · Anaheim Hills, CA · Member since 2012 · 18k+ posts · 6k+ votes
    6y

    Welcome to the BP family @Blake Sullivan ! Glad you joined the best real estate investing website!

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    Wishing you the best!

  • Rental Property Investor · Brooke Park Drive · Member since 2018 · 1k+ posts · 2k+ votes
    6y

    Its easier to accomplish great things when you start snowballing early

  • Craig CurelopBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Post Falls, ID · Member since 2016 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    6y

    Hey @Blake Sullivan Welcome to BiggerPockets community !

    Great to have you in BP site! Just keep learning and connecting with our members here to gain more knowledge in your REI journey. Here are some suggestions I can share with you:

    •         1. Subscribe to the BiggerPockets Money and Rookie Podcasts
    •         2. Attend the FREE WEBINARS
    •         3. Attend a Meetup in Your Area
    •         4. Purchase the Beginner Books: How to Invest in Real Estate, Set for Life, The House Hacking Strategy
    •         5. Peruse the forums! Ask questions! Answer Questions!

    Good luck in your MBA, Real Estate investment and future purchase of your dream house!  

    See you around the site! Keep safe!

    Best regards,

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