I have been using my own agent off and on but wondering if it makes more sense to just use the seller agent since they may be motivated with double commission?

I am a new investor who is eager and motivated to find deals along with learning more in depth of this Real estate industry.

Like Detroit, Saint Louis is incredibly "block by block" where one area is experiencing gentrification or at least just a stable middle class feel and that might only be 100 yards away from a street that will be un rentable, un managemeable, and honestly a bad place to get out of your car.  

I’m only 19 but I feel like if I can keep up this pace and keep up the motivation and I don’t get discouraged when contracts don’t work or buyers back out and just keep on pushing I’ll be successful in this.

That would be incredibly helpful.  

I love reading success stories here and you had a great strategy of fixing up a property you were familiar with to create incredible gains.

We are so lucky to have this incredible resource and generous community of like-minded folks. 

I have lots of extra time on my hands, am self motivated, and mostly have a desire to learn more about real estate.

Quote from @Mike Eichler: "Guesty" is incredible.

@Lucas Schlund there are logically, 3 options:1) Buy Cash: PROS: You can get better prices on houses because you can close faster with motivated sellers and buy houses that need repairs to qualify for a mortgage (less buyer competition)CONS: takes the longest to save the funds2) Use Rehab Loan:PROS: Same as #1CONS: more expensive loans:---FHA 203(k): not that expensive, but must live in the property for 12 months before renting---DSR Rehab loan: relatively expensive and may need experience to qualify3) Mortgage on Property with Cosmetic Repairs:PROS: easiest & cheapest to doCONS: lots of competition, so can be hard to find a "deal"PM us if you'd like to discuss these in more detail.