I am wanting to start investing in real estate in the new year… I’m using this month to read up on it and familiarize myself with it. I am a true beginner and wanted to ask for any tips, tricks, advice, books, videos, magazines, podcasts, etc to start? Please let me know!

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Biggerpockets is a great place to start

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I second this ^; also local meetups with other investors which they advocate a bunch on the podcasts

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At the end of the day… here are some action item options:

1. Buy a duplex, triplex, or fourplex - a fixer. Remodel. Live in one unit and and rent out the other(s). Other people’s rent will pay your cost of living and the mortgage (if you have one). Hopefully you’ll profit. After a couple years, refi that property and buy another income property…. And again… and again…

At some point, you’ll have the easiest time buying a stellar home for yourself (if you desire one).

What state are you in? I can suggest a FB page or two based upon location

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