For my own investments, I focus in two areas: The Washington DC commuter zone (i.e. 90 minute radius outside of the capital, where commuters and companies are spreading outward), and Salt Lake City, UT (state is #1 for population growth according to US census).Happy to talk 1:1!

This would help you potentially qualify for an FHA loan when you execute the purchase option.Option 2: 5% payment for the option with the option payment spread out over 12 months from the 2nd month until the 13thmonth.

@Molly JonesIf a property is posted on a forum or social media it's actually on market just not on the MLS. 

I'm trying to decide if I'm going to continue in St Louis or move on to spread my portfolio across multiple cities. 

Consider Tiffin.Des Moines offers even more options because of its size and spread.

This will help people connect with you after determining how their goals, services, and resources align with yours.Include website links, social media handles, or other online profiles so that people can find you.

Here are a few ideas to help you grow your network beyond your existing circle of friends and colleagues: Real Estate Investment Clubs, and MeetupsOnline Platforms and ForumsSocial Media OutreachLocal Real Estate ProfessionalsNetworking with Professionals Outside Real EstateReferral Programs.

Ideally I'd like to buy something with a few acres to build an art studio for multi media work, gallery and perhaps a few small cabins for people to visit with us. 

The deal had a very healthy spread and I buffered my budgetary numbers by a significant margin as there are always skeletons in the closet, with the intent of having a GC get there ASAP. 

They just want the spread of the deal, not to help someone by explaining why wholesaling can be a win-win for them because you are their conduit to the next step.