Real Estate Agent · Dartmouth, MA · Member since 2022 · 17 posts · 6 votes
Hey everyone, I’ve been heavily into biggerpockets ever since reading Brandon’s book on rental property investing at an airport back in late January which introduced me into BiggerPockets and the many podcasts they offer. As the title states, I am 19 and was thinking about booking a ticket to go to BPCON this year in California, but I’d be going by myself and I know I’m pretty young compared to the other people that might be going there and was wondering if I should still consider going!
Investor · Honolulu, HI · Member since 2019 · 47 posts · 25 votes
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I haven't attended a BPCON personally but I don't think your age should matter much unless there are a lot of activities in a drinking environment that you wouldn't be able to attend without a chaperone. Networking and learning is a good idea at any age. People might be even more interested in talking to you to find out what the 19 year old investor is up to. I say go for it! It seems like an asymmetrical bet if your pondering the cost-benefits of attending.
Investor · Austin, TX · Member since 2020 · 366 posts · 377 votes
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Hi @Siddharth Banerjee, it's great to know that you are wanting to learn about real estate! If you are able to afford attending the event, I say, GO! It's never too early OR too late to learn. Wishing you much success, Lawrence!
Congrats on your ambition! If you make it to BPCon, let me know! I'll be speaking there.
Bigger Pockets recently published a book that's perfect for you! It's called First to a Million. You should check it out! If you have questions about the book, let me know. I am the author. :-) Also, check out this forum post.
In addition, DM me if you are interested in an online community of young, like-minded individuals.
Siddharth - ditto to what Dan said! If you’re hesitant about attending I say go for it. Check out the Sheeks Freaks community - I’m sure some of us (folks in their early 20’s) will be going.
New to Real Estate · Tyler, TX · Member since 2019 · 41 posts · 30 votes
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You should definitely go if that's what you want. Your age shouldn't be a factor. Speaking from experience (even though I was 31 when I went), it can feel a little intimidating when you meet people who are doing multi-million dollars deals multiple times a year and you only have knowledge and a couple of SFH deals under your belt, but it shows you that it's possible with a little bit of guts and determination.
Plus I got a ton of books at a discount and got to meet Tarl Yarber who gave me some great advice.
Absolutely. This would be a great opportunity to expose yourself to a lot of like minded people and learn a lot. The best investment you can make is in yourself.