In college I went as an adult, began stealing the floor, the teacher asked if I'd take part of his class and he'd bug out!

If you are going to the Parade on Friday, be safe. know there will be a ton of pick pockets so caution is the key word.As to networking, there are a ton of Chicago types on here, and you should hit up a few of the local REI Clubs.Here is a link for come clubs: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-clubs/illinois.htmlEach club has its own unique identity and "vibe" so hit a few and figure out which if not all that work for you.

Focus on ways to make more money rather then saving pennies by stealing.

Then, a few hours later I call and say, "$20,000 seems like a reasonable price, but I got another bid for $18,000, which is clearly a steal!

I think that it wrong to lie, cheat, and steal, to get it.

To me that equivelant to stealing.

@JamesVermillion Thank you I'll be watching to steal some tips from you!

If they would cash flow for you, then they should be cash flowing for the seller, since you're going to be in the identical debt position if you bought these.

If not, and they can accept that it’s Ok for an investor to make a profit, then they can be assured of getting out quickly and conveniently.You might change your mindset from that of someone trying to steal a house at low-ball prices, which you're not, to that of someone providing a service.

But honestly, money is only the result of hard work and/or wise investment (not counting inheritance, stealing it or receiving as a gift).