How did everyone fund their first deal?

[Justin Wilson]

Hi everyone,

My fiancee and I are wanting to get into investing, and have found some worthwhile properties, but I'm not sure of the best strategy to finance our first deal. We've been contacted via email by fake "private lenders" but when they didn't ask any questions on the deals and we started asking questions as to why they stop talking altogether. I've set a goal to do at least one real estate deal this year and would really love some insight.

Thank you all in advance!