Dallas, TX · Member since 2020 · 10 posts · 9 votes
Hey everyone! My name is Alysha Johnson and I am just starting out with my investing portfolio and thought who better to start it with than you all!
My family and I recently moved to Dallas, Texas from Atlanta, Georgia. I am currently a second grade teacher looking to turn real estate into my full time day to day career. I would me great if you all could help me out with 2 things.
1. I have asked my lender to recommend a good place to invest here in Texas. He advised Waco, Texas. I'm wondering if anyone else may have some insight on key areas in Texas that I should look into?
2. What is your number one advice you would give to a newbie?
I am in Wacko! If you have any questions feel free to reach out. I am always looking to get to know other investors in the area.
My number 1 advice would be to pick up the phone and start calling sellers. The more comfortable you are talking to sellers the better off you will be.
1. It depends on the type of property you are investing in, but generally markets with increasing employment, multiple large employers, and increasing median income are good places to start looking.
2. Don't be afraid to dream big. For example, if you want to own apartment buildings, learn the business now. You don't have to spend years on single family homes if that is not your end goal. :)
I am in Wacko! If you have any questions feel free to reach out. I am always looking to get to know other investors in the area.
My number 1 advice would be to pick up the phone and start calling sellers. The more comfortable you are talking to sellers the better off you will be.