It’s a long game so worrying about the short term is kind of pointless.

I wouldn't recommend trying to do something like this right off the bat, I think you need to get into the game and really know what you are doing before taking on that level of risk.Happy to chat more over a phone call or direct message if you want more insights or have more specific questions!

I have reached out for some quotes.

Even if you have to travel a couple of hours, you have a much better chance of finding someone.How to approach a mentorOnce you've found a likely candidate, it's time to reach out and ask.

Most of my network hasn't heard of them or done any deals with them, so I'm reaching into the ether to find out more than what Google can offer. 

Many sellers will not accept this since they are in second position, and it is very risky since if you default (higher probability for investors with no money and/or no skin in the game), they will most likely be wiped out during a foreclosure.

I don't know how many of my Wisconsin people this will reach but I'm thinking of investing in the Sheboygan area this spring.

To find someone, I’d start by reaching out to local rehab centers or recovery organizations as they often know operators who are looking for housing.

:)Someone I reached out to on an off market deal told me that they couldn't sell because they bought the property as a rental in the 70s and didn't want to pay the capital gains. 

I'd be happy to go over any loan questions you might have, so feel free to reach out anytime!