Need to find a mentor or partner....

[Daniel Amis]

I'm looking to get involved in REI (residential properties specifically). I don't qualify for an FHA loan at this point because I have below average credit- and I only have a part time job. I'm currently saving money- and figure in a few months I'll have enough to help make a down payment on a property.

I know that I need a partner, a mentor, and a bit of luck to acquire my first deal. But I don't know how to go about everything. I read tons of books on RE- and I know what I want to do. I have the drive and determination to succeed- and can contribute a good amount of "sweat equity".

My question is where can I find someone, in the NY area, that has experience, that's willing to mentor or partner up with me?

[Drew Oquendo]

@Daniel Amis You can try searching for the nearest real estate investing association (REIA) group on meetup.com. See when the next meeting is and go network. That should get you in the vicinity of like-minded people.

Also one thing to keep in mind is if you want to find a partner/mentor, you need to first figure out how you can add value to their business. “You will get all you want in life, if you help enough other people get what they want.” – Zig Ziglar.

Good luck!