All Forum Posts by: Michael Lin

@Lindsay Davis Thanks for the kind words and the research reports!  Hoping our professional paths cross at some point in the future.

@James Wise@John Fortes - Thanks all for the words of encouragement.This looks like an incredible community, happy to be part of it.

@Mark K. - I really appreciate the connection!  Where did you decide to buy your two properties?  Are you looking at more in the near future?

@Brian Tunnell  @Ravinell Wilson - Sweet recommendations, I'll definitely take a look at East Lake & Ensley.  Hopefully to take a short trip out there and spend a few days driving around to get acquainted with the city.

@Harsha G. I'll shoot you a message when I get back home later.  I bought turnkey so it's probably not the best deal but looking to establish concept for my first investment.

Hi all - 

New to BiggerPockets so wanted to introduce myself to the community here.  I’m a new out of state investor, located in Oakland CA, and am interested in investing in Alabama buy and holds due to the favorable landlord laws and low state property taxes.

I’m currently in escrow with my first investment in Birmingham, 35235 area (Grayson Valley), and am looking to add at least one more to my portfolio this year (considering again in Birmingham or also looking at Huntsville due to the recent job growth).

Looking to meet and network with any local professionals to bounce ideas off of!  

Also, looking for great books to read on the topic of real estate investing, particularly in the areas of deal finding and raising capital, would love recommendations.  

Thanks and looking forward to meeting you all.

Cheers,

Mike