So I wouldn't spend too much time spinning your wheels. 

Sure it would be "better" if you started that way but you are spinning your wheels vs owning real estate. 

Luckily, his spinning water meter convinced him to hire our plumber, and we convinced our plumber to get it fixed right away. 

I know how to get a house in contract while competition is still spinning their wheels.

You'll want to design a 4-7 'drip campaign' that sends these letters out every 3-4 weeks with a different spin each time.Seller finance often scares most owners if they don't know a lot about finance. 

A lot of the books will give you a good general sense of the strategy, and podcasts will allow an individual to show their creative spin on the strategy and how they found success. 

And that's what has my head spinning right now.

Don't buy something that needs complete rehab, buy something dated but livable safe condition that you can update as you go.You'll be able to keep an eye on your tenants and property, and you'll learn enough just from this transaction that your head will spin off your shoulders.

It would really help if you had a spouse that was excited about the real estate portion so you could stay job focused and keep that plate spinning.

Your commission splits are lower, but it gives you a great opportunity to learn and build your foundation before you can spin off and be more effective on your own.Feel free to reach out or give me a call.