I have access to $20-$30K for downpayment etc. 800+ credit score, a good paying job, and need to find a local REI friendly lender to not only lend money but perhaps even lend advice on best ways to get my 30K to work for me.Property under agreement is in Des Moines proper but I will be looking to buy in the surrounding communities to the south as well (Indianola, Norwalk, West Des Moines, Carlisle).I could go to a big bank and finance this first house but I would like to start a long term relationship now.

I'm also not sure if I were to get a job working under a broker if they would even allow their agents to manage properties on the side.   

This helps ensure the contractor stays with the job for quick completion. 

That is all you need, you do not need 2 attorneys to do one job, you do not need a loan officer or real estate agent since that would most likely kill your deal.

I currently hold an 8-5 regular technician job in Clinton, but have the flexibility to work my 8-5 as well as REI.

He has around $100k he's looking to also invest in real estate and a stable job he's maintained for 20+ years.

I found another full time job and will have 10 days in between the two jobs.

Joseph loses his "good" job and ends up in the slam in 2014 because he went that stupid, stupid house with wine coolers and condoms to meet an underage boy he found online.

I want to begin my investing career but not sure where to start , I have 32k saved up cash not in the bank , I have a w2 job only making 300/week ( I make another 400-500 in cash) .

That is literally the most important job you have.