Newbie from San Francisco

[Benjamin S.]

Hi All,

I recently decided to get involved in investing, and have since been educating myself, going to investment seminars, and trying to soak up as much information as I can. I live in San Francisco, and am primarily looking for properties in the East Bay, CA, since the capital to enter is much less there. Question for the seasoned vets out there: Outside of using an agent, going to foreclosure auctions, and marketing myself, are there any good strategies or websites to find wholesale deals or cheap distressed properties? How do I get connected with bird dogs, or wholesalers? I am having trouble finding inventory to invest in. Any advice for someone new and trying to start out in the rehabbing business would be great. I look forward to being a part of the bigger pockets community and contributing where I can.

Thanks everyone!