Hi BiggerPockets community,

My name is Clarence Benson, and I’m based in Michigan. I’m launching a real estate investment company focused on the BRRRR method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat). My goal is to build a portfolio of strong cash-flowing rentals while recycling capital to scale quickly.

Who I Am

• Currently completing my Michigan real estate pre-licensing requirements.
• Actively studying real estate law, finance, and investment strategy.
• Passionate about using the BRRRR method to build long-term cash-flowing rental portfolios.

What I’m Trying to Do

• Learn by connecting with experienced investors, lenders, and mentors.
• Start with smaller single-family or duplex properties in Detroit, Grand Rapids, or Lansing.
• Build a pipeline of lenders and contractors before my first deal.

Why Michigan?

• Affordable entry costs (many properties < $100K).
• Strong rental demand in college towns and growing cities.
• Detroit cash-flow potential when neighborhoods are carefully selected.

How I’m Looking to Connect

• Lenders → to understand financing options for new investors.
• Investors/Partners → to learn from those actively using BRRRR.
• Mentors → to guide me on best practices for my first few deals.

What I Bring

• Full transparency: I’m new, but committed to doing the work.
• Hunger to learn: I’m studying every day and analyzing deals to sharpen my skills.
• Long-term vision: I’m not chasing fast money — I’m building a real company.

Closing:

If you’re in Michigan or experienced with BRRRR, I’d love to connect. I’m here to learn, share my journey, and eventually partner with the right people when the time comes.

Thanks for welcoming me into the community!

– Clarence Benson

Aspiring Michigan Investor | BRRRR Method Learner