New Investor to Grand Rapids /Mentor tips

[Lauren Reed]

Hi BP Members, as a new Investor to the Grand Rapids area I have recently been soaking up as much knowledge as I can before tackling my first flip. As many suggest, I am interested in working with a mentor on my first few flips, an investor who could possibly fund deals and has knowledge while I run the leg work. As some background, I have one property which I currently rent, limited funds but plenty of time to learn and execute paperwork, oversee vendors, drive for dollars, do direct mail campaigns, etc. I have a degree in business administration and several years of admin, clerical and customer service experience. 

My question... are my skills some things that a person may look for in a mentor? Do any local investors have recommendations on where I can find these mentors? Also, I have seen some suggestions to utilize the BP forums to speak with experts, that may not be in my farm area, however can answer my questions. What are you thoughts on this form of mentorship? Thanks in advance for any advice!