All Forum Posts by: Abbey Humphreys

We definitely should. I'll shoot you a message.

This is such great advice that I think many people need to hear. Thank you for sharing, Jacob!

Hey Anthony- welcome to Bigger Pockets. It's awesome that you're taking this first big step, definitely something to be proud of as you move forward in this field. I will say, investing in rougher areas, despite the potential positive cash flow, can get a bit tricky if and when bumps arise on the road. 

Either way, very impressive steps taken and I wish you the best of luck!

Hey Stace- welcome. I hear you on where you're coming from- lots of advice of a more vague nature and very little nitty gritty substantial steps of action. "Gurus" can be helpful, of course, but I think the vitriol on here comes from the snakeoil vibe that they give off in that they hawk this idea of "completely passive" income and get-rich-quick schemes. 

However, for more detailed direction, I would wholeheartedly recommend getting to know those that are involved in real estate in your market. This is possible through REI meetups and online forums. You can ask specific questions and in my experience, many people are more than happy to share what they've learned. Good luck!

Looks like a solid deal- congratulations!

 Going to meetings is definitely important! Also, nice job getting started with research and developing a plan.

This is definitely a must-read. Thanks for the recommendation!

Good stuff for everyone to hear! Definitely an important thread to read for new investors or for people who may be disillusioned by the process.

Agostino- this is all great advice. I love your advice to focus on narrowing down your search. I've heard that from many experienced investors and it is definitely good direction!

Hey Michelle- welcome! This is a great place to start. Truly sorry to hear about your father. Real estate is definitely a worthwhile pursuit. If you are an MMA fighter, you probably know something about fortitude and tenacity, which will serve you well in this space. 

I think @Noah Bacon nails it here. Read, scroll through here, and meetup with people! Creating and fostering relationships is vital to the real estate business. Good luck!