158: Rookie Reply: The Best Career Moves for an Aspiring Real Estate Investor

This week’s question comes from Ryan through Ashley’s Instagram direct messages. Ryan is asking: What job would be best for real estate investors? I’m currently doing maintenance for a contractor, but am having minimal takeaway. What’s the best move for financial freedom ? Real estate side hustles and full-time jobs come in all different shapes and sizes. What one job path may lack in salary, it may make up for in experience and connections . What’s more important than immediately jumping ship at your current job is to see what you can do within your role to grow your skillset . So how do you get paid, gain experience, and buy more rental properties ? Here are some suggestions: Look for opportunity within your current role and ask to take on more of what interests you Ask an investor if you can work with them directly, you’ll learn a ton! If you’re having trouble getting deals, look for a partner to invest with Fully understand your expectations within your current and future roles And more in the episode… If you want Ashley and Tony to answer a real estate question, you can post in the Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group ! Or, call us at the Rookie Request Line (1-888-5-ROOKIE). Links from the Show Real Estate Rookie Rookie Facebook Group Real Estate Rookie Youtube Channel Google Rookie Podcast 147: 13 Flips as a Full-Time Flight Mechanic and Part-Time Lender w/ Anthony Michael Check the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/rookie158 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices