Hi Everyone.I've been a bigger pockets member for awhile, but have been absent from the forums.

In the mean time I’m putting bread, actually more like takeout, on the table as a site analyst for an online clothing retailer.I’m looking forward to being an active member of this community and hopefully making some meaningful business and personal connections.

Just created my intro post, if you're interested in learning a little more about me than what is in this thread please check it out:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/55-new-member-introductions/topics/114240-another-new-guyTo save you the time of reading my intro I will put the necessary points here.

OK about me. I'm 35 and I have a fantastic very well paying job As a regional manager for a great company that it would be very difficult to leave, but leaving is my goal! Not anytime soon, but years down the road...

I am looking to gain some informative knowledge on taking a loan on my residence which was given to me by a family member, to purchase a investment property.

Can I get some first-time member advice on keywords for my profile or other tips to better connect?

Daniel,I do not know much about the Note Business, other than some members here do really well with it.

Has any non member ever been to one and what did you think about it?

Since you are talking about a below market purchase from a family member, I believe the difference between your purchase price and the FMV of the property will be considered a gift of equity.  

Howdy - my name is George Thampy. I'm a recovering i-banker who is getting ready to start an MBA program this fall, and looking to invest in real estate before going back to school.

I'm focused on investing i...