Obtaining capital for a down payment

[Dean Ravenscroft]

Ok, so I'm still in college but I know I want to get into real estate, either while I'm still in college or once I get out. Now I know it can be a challenge to get capital from banks when your a new investor, but there has to be some things I can do now to help my chances later down the road of getting a loan. I'm also a veteran so I think the first time I get a loan I would go the VA loan approach. Also, could someone please explain how getting a property under contract works? I hear a lot about that on here and if i'm understanding correctly, it doesn't cost any money to the person who successfully gets a property under contract. Thanks Everyone!