The big players dont want junk real estate that these notes  are attached to.

Often people set too many goals which always reminds me of the Chinese proverb, “If you chase two rabbits, you will not catch either one.”

YUP minimum requirements.. although you would be surprised how many folks cannot get a bond because they lack credit score.. this will weed out the really poor players and give state a vehicle to regualted those that violate the laws without all the grey area currently.

By fostering relationships instead of only chasing transactions, I’ve been able to tap into unique deals that helped me expand my portfolio without exhausting my resources.Relationships Across Borders: International and Out-of-State VenturesExpanding my network didn’t just open doors locally; it allowed me to explore international and out-of-state investments as well.

What am I chasing?  

Quote from @Michell Chase: I am working with a hard lender on a purchase/reno and they require a builders risk policy even though 1 unit of the 3/4 will have a tenant.  

I learned long ago the more complex something is the more things can go wrong.Decades ago people were chasing the first easy million and the same seems to ring true today.

That's not everyone - some legitimate players may just be short on cash because of projects (I've been there) - but it is a lot of people. 

I am a mother of 2 and trying to get into this to save up college funds for them when they grow up so that they too can chase their dreams in life.

The best buyers agents provide insight to the market, negotiate to get a better deal, provides clarity to the transaction, steadies the nerves of buyers (first time home buyers for example), identifies problems with the property, introduces a whole cast of players to get the deal done etc.