I don't have a lot of money saved up and I currently have poor credit 580-600, but I'm interested and dedicating myself to taking the first steps of financial independence by learning the ins and outs of the real estate industry.

Or with independent?

We use Matt McClellan with Fairway Independent Mortgage.

If the mechanicals of the home (plumbing, electrical, roof, and HVAC) are all centralized to a single unit, I think your home inspector stands a much better chance of spotting an issue as opposed to a multi-unit with multiple independent systems that may or may not be accessible due to tenants.As for closing costs, try to push the closing date until you have the funds available?

I've been listening to the podcast for awhile and figured it was time to stop working so independently and start getting plugged into the community.

What does it take to truly find financial independence?

Hello I’ve recently got my first wholesale lead and I’m wondering if I had a deal hereIt’s a 4bd 2th 1700 sqft single family home in independence Missouri Owner owes 75k on mortgage, Zillow estimates the house to be worth 128k and the owner says it needs cosmetic work Is there room to make an offer here or is there more I need to do to make this make senseThanks in advance for any advice.

You'll want to make sure your growth assumptions, rent roll assumptions, and expense assumptions are independent of the broker's opinion.

If your broker only represents one carrier (captive agent) or only has a couple of markets you should also consider getting quotes from other Independent agents who represent different markets.The following is part of a post I made to a new owner in the past. 

You are an independent contractor in business to generate your own income with your license under a brokerage in most states.If you really want to be an investor you might want to consider going to work for a large multifamily investment firm where you will be living.