I look forward to interacting with all of you as I continue to learn, build my buyers list, and connect with home-owners.

Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged. http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere http://www.biggerpockets.com/ubg http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate SuccessREI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.http://www.realestate.com/advice/buying-your-first-investment-property/ However, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.

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However, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.

I would try to get as many face to face interactions as you can, while at the same time learning as much as you can through BP, your local REIA, and networking with other investors.  

I already love this site with all the interactive users and resources.

But, based on my experience both are highly questionable in their interactions and practices.

In this case I used the Realtor as a middleman because the interaction between the seller and I was not the best way to go about negotiating interest rates, terms, and the seller building confidence in me to make the payment and not have to worry about me foreclosing on the property.

The senior debt and mezzanine lenders will usually enter into an agreement, called an intercreditor agreement, where they spell out how their rights interact (i.e., what happens if a developer stops paying both of them).

@Victoria OwenWelcome to BiggerPockets, a place to interact with a vibrant REI group, learn the real estate business and language at near zero cost.