I'm posting this because hopefully it'll inspire someone that's on the fence to take action.

Thanks for the kind and inspiring words.

It's important to focus on being a problem solver for potential sellers, and to develop genuine relationships.

Like many on here, I've read Rich Dad Poor Dad when I was in my early 20s and have rediscovered the original inspiration it gave me for real estate.

Inspirational every time.If you haven't already, I would recommend that you start talking to lenders (banks, mortgage brokers, credit unions, etc.)

We are about to be in a situation where we are managing our property remotely, and my current plan is to sell instead of even attempting, but if you get some great advice here it may inspire me to keep it!

I've learned so many creative options for financing on the podcast that I never knew existed....it could be a great source of inspiration for you.

Wow, Ed - what an inspiring story.

Hey Brad I see you're from Upland, is good to see locals posting on BP.I'm from Fontana and also learning as much as possible, you're right Bigger pockets is full of good information, lots of inspiring success stories.I'm working towards my goal of getting into RE investing, I currently own one rental house in Rialto, which was my personal residence and just rented it out when we purchased our current house in Fontana so I'm an accidental landlord but I'm now getting more serious about investing.Congrats on taking action on your first marketing campaign, I hope is a success and you get a lot of good deals and may be in the future when I'm ready I can be on your buyer's preferred list... lol!

I'm not interested in investing myself but hoping to network with someone who is genuinely interested in pursuing perspective opportunities.