Coming out of the closet - Longtime browser saying hello - Tampa FL

Coming out of the closet - Longtime browser saying hello - Tampa FL

Tampa, FL · Member since 2012 · 23 posts · 1 vote

Hello everyone,

I registered for the site who knows how long ago, but only as an occasional browser. I also somehow stumbled across the very first podcast when it came out and have listened to almost every one that has since come out. This is a great site with an absurd amount of information and posters that are eager to share their experiences.

Although I don't currently own any real estate, I am currently looking for my first home which is closer to my work and hobbies. Speaking of work, by trade I'm a CPA/Tax Accountant. Eventually I want to move to the east coast of Florida and get into buy/hold/rentals.

Hobby wise I enjoy pretty much everything outdoors especially those involved with boats.

Real estate investing wise I am mostly interested in learning more when I can. I currently have a couple of other non RE related things going on so while I am not ready to dive in quite yet... learning more is always a good thing.

Anyway, thanks for having me and I'll do what I can to avoid being one of those statistics that they talk about in the podcast where I never show up again.

Cheers!

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  • Lexington, KY · Member since 2009 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    13y

    Welcome to BP Kevin, glad to see you have come out from the shadows. Your CPA skills will come in handy once you are ready to invest in real estate. If you haven't already check out the Free Beginner's Guide (found under the learn tab), it is a great overview of real estate investing and will likely get you thinking about some things.

    Good luck!

  • Brandon TurnerPro Member
    Investor · Maui, HI · Member since 2009 · 13k+ posts · 3k+ votes
    13y

    Hey Kevin Rain welcome to the site! Definitely jump in, ask questions, and really just become a familiar face around here (so don't forget a profile photo!)

    What kind of properties are you interested in pursuing?

  • Tampa, FL · Member since 2012 · 23 posts · 1 vote
    13y

    Brandon Turner, sure have heard a lot from you though my headphones. Great podcast, keep up the good work.

    Right now I'm looking for a place to live, starting sometime between now and early 2014. Since I'm not sure how long I will be in the Tampa area, there is a good chance I'll just rent again but if some SFH, 2+ bedrooms, no HOA or flood zone (killer in Tampa area), within 30 minutes south of downtown Tampa came up for <$180k, I would definitely be interested. I've found quite a few that I really like but they are in a flood zone. Recent flood insurance legislation has me thinking that is a horrible idea right now as I think there will be major changes. Not even sure where to look because most of the areas I like are in a flood zone.

    Long term I really love the idea of managing rental properties but like I said, I may be moving within 3-4 years. Since that is the case, those plans are on hold as I don't think managing those long distance would be ideal.

  • Joel OwensBusiness Member
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    Real Estate Broker · Canton, GA · Member since 2010 · 15k+ posts · 11k+ votes
    13y

    Hi Kevin,

    Glad you came out of that closet. Now if you open the door again and pull all the other people out as well to be posters on Bigger Pockets that would be great!!

  • Brandon TurnerPro Member
    Investor · Maui, HI · Member since 2009 · 13k+ posts · 3k+ votes
    13y

    Haha thanks Kevin Rain!

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