Even if you have to travel a couple of hours, you have a much better chance of finding someone.How to approach a mentorOnce you've found a likely candidate, it's time to reach out and ask.

I just fill out the seller's disclosure and tell everything I found and fixed and don't hold anything back.

I think one of them offers a public API.Once you get your license, you can join the CAR Chicago Association of Realtors and I have found them to be extremely helpful with questions like this. 

Through my research i found it is best to make connections with agents, investors and buyers before I land my first contract!

Quote from @Nelson Dibble: I have found several vacant lots in my local area that I am interested in. 

I have found a few deals on the market lately for some clients that flip, the numbers still gave the flipper a profit and the rehab time was 5 weeks.

I found the issue yesterday with the help of a plumber.

I found them extremely knowledgeable, informative, and responsive.

Columbus OH would be a bonus.Thanks Hi Jake, happy to share my contacts if ever you haven't found someone yet.

What is the best overall water metering company you have found when it comes to ease of installation, reliability, and the cost of the equipment and monitoring?