So here is an easy shortcut: contribute maximum allowed ($6,000 if you're under 50, $7,000 if 50 or older) and contribute it to a regular non-Roth IRA.

There is no shortcut or easy answer to Jay Paul Jenkins' question.

These rules will help you make money, in my experience, even if markets go bad for a while as they often do: 1) Learn how to present your ideas, communicate, sell, negotiate both verbally and in writing and both one on one and publicly2) Know your math, wealth is a skill based on numbers, so know current numbers, expected numbers and cost plus time to get there3) Know how to organize, prioritize and focus on the macro as well as the micro steps by truly observing and analyzing to constantly shift and adjust as needed4) Know how to stay healthy, alert and energetic to produce productively and be effective efficiently to get more done in a unit of time based on the 80/20 rule5) Network strategically time exchange in abundance with powerful well connected allies who can show you the short cuts that you can duplicate, leverage and scale6) Master the creative process and use your resources in a resourceful manner to get started, build momentum, grow and contribute to the greater good

That it’s hard work and no shortcuts to earn respect, and eventually leadership.

What you are looking for is a shortcut. 

He said people didn't have any money anyway and were just looking for short cuts rather than being sufficiently funded to protect everybody's interests.

I’ve read some of the recommended books I continue to see, but I’m still hesitant from taking action with contractors or properties I see from wholesalers as I’ve had terrible experiences with contractors on my personal home time and time again...so I’m terrified of seeing the short cuts that will be taken by contractors when I’m not standing in the same room.

Professional person doing quality work leaves the resident happy in the home.. 5) Short cuts cost more money...

There is no free money, shortcuts for long term investment, instead of jumping heads first, make a strategy, plan that you will like to follow.

There are many 'shortcuts' to valuation - ie. multiplying number of occupied lots x lot rents x a value multiplier (60-100).