I hang out on the BiggerPockets forums when I have some spare time, and I enjoy chiming in on conversations surrounding the Detroit real estate market. The more I learn, the more I pipe up.
I admit I’m a quick study. I tend to throw myself into projects that interest me and devour information. In the last five weeks I’ve probably spent 100+ hours reading forums, articles, and books, listening to podcasts, networking online and in person at meetups, studying Detroit neighborhoods, pouring over real estate listings and analyzing deals, talking to lawyers, title companies, real estate agents, and other local investors. I’ve seen a couple dozen properties in Detroit in person and made offers on at least six homes.
But I am not an expert. Hell, I barely feel like I’m starting to feel confident about my market insights and knowledge.
Today an investor messaged me and recognized me as an “expert”. It’s flattering, and it feels good to be acknowledged as someone who knows what they’re talking about when it comes to the Detroit real estate market. But I still have a lot to learn, and I’m the first to admit that.