We'll close without RTI plans, although we're having conversations with OZ capital sources that want ONLY RTI, which is tough to find deals that are in that state and priced coherently to generate a feasible yield.On land loans, we used to do those (lol) but I haven't done one in many years, and likely never will, just too much that can go wrong and bad timing in entitlements.

.- Personal circle/sphere of influence - calling all of your friends, family members, neighbors, co-workers (past and present), businesses you frequent (dry cleaners, restaurants, bakery, grocery store, etc.).

I have been a Realtor only for a short period of time, but I am looking towards the future and wish to increase my knowledge and networking sphere to eventually become a real estate investor exclusively.

Nick,Thank you for taking the time to congratulate me and give me some of my first tips.I will work to ensure that my sphere of influence will think of me when they think real estate.I see on your linkedin profile that you are close to hitting your 2 years in real estate - I'd be curious to hear about your experiences during your first year. 

Referrals, sphere.

It's a great talking point to call your sphere of influence and past clients.  

I am serious about growing in the multi family sphere.

@Lucas CarlFrom my experience in working with various people in different spheres, anyone who is ready to jump like that, without any foresight, is potentially a trouble maker.Right now I have one such person who has been chasing me for months saying how much he wants to take part in what I do, was taken on board and all of a sudden went off the radar, ignores emails, chat messages, sms and sends phone calls to voicemail - all the while posting happy photos on Facebook.If you told your potential mentee/partner to read the books and listen to podcasts and he dismissed your advice, he is going to dismiss your other advice and do what he thinks is right - without ever asking you beforehand or even telling you after he's done it.

Also, try to increase your sphere of influence (people that you are already familiar with you) so that when you pass the exam and receive your license you have a good database to start calling asking for business.

I have been looking in Atlanta Alabama and Las Vegas and Hollywood.I intend to build a large portfolio so agents i can trust and rely on is more important than location.regards andrew from oz