All Forum Posts by: Ames Foley

@Aj Witt Welcome to BP.  Great resources here.  @Linval T. has given a great starting list.  Hope KC keeps doing well. I am hoping to expand in that direction in the next few years.

Welcome to BP. Lots or opportunities to network and find great content.

Hoping to make it as well.

Welcome to BP.  I recommend start with listening to as many of the BP podcasts as you can.  I would read the beginner's guide that you can get from here also.

There are Meet ups and REI clubs in St. Louis. If you have time, come out to a few of those and network. You may be able to find a mentor to help you along.

Once you get an idea of what part of REI you want to start with then you can do a deeper dive into those areas.

Then as @Brandon Turner always says...take action.

Good luck.

Welcome to BP!  I am from Belleville area.  I have been investing since the start of the year and I have to agree with what they are all saying above.  I would start reading the beginner guide and download as many podcasts as you can.  I recommend picking just one strategy to start and take action.

Good luck.

Brandon and Josh have provided gray advise. I would add that finding a mentor is invaluable. That way the mistakes you most likely will make will be smaller, less costly, and easier to resolve. Good luck

Welcome and read and watch as many webinars from BP as you can absorb. Then pick a single strategy and take action. Where you look to take action will depend on your strategy. Good luck

Welcome. This is a great forum for information. Check out the webinars. I recommend finding a mentor who can be a sounding board. It has been invaluable in my journey. Which only started this year.

The 10% for vacancies, repairs, etc is good but also need to handle cap ex. It will happen plus property taxes. I did not see that listed. As for strategy, I would build your reserve then option 3. It helps to diversify to reduce risk. Good luck

I recommend checking for local REI groups and or meetups in your area. You can find a mentor to help reduce the fear of taking action Good luck and hope to see more posts about your successes