Until then, I am going to try to learn as much as I possibly can, so I will be ready to strike as soon as I am able.I'm really excited to begin this journey, and I look forward to building some relationships with more experienced investors as well as other newbies out here on BP!

Well you could go generic so as not to offend or potentially strike a wrong chord with any potential clients. e.g.

I'm new to BP and real estate investing, and I'm interested in pursuing a few of the RE paths I've heard about on the podcasts and at local REIAs, but one that really strikes a chord is note investing. 

As a deal, it wasn't a home run or a strike out, just a solid dependable double.  

The option strike price should be at or near fair market value. 

At this point I'm thinking a base hit would be better than striking out. 

And, I'm not saying some lawyers are not striking it rich - it's possible if you're willing to do things I'm unwilling to do.  

See this legal doc.So if you are going to Sandwich, lets look at an example.Say you have a pretty house, good safe neighborhood, no work needed, comps $200K, rent $1500.To Seller: try to negotiate 35 month lease, low option payment, low rent, and a strike price under $185K to create a profit. 

Like many, my initial goal is to create financial freedom, and in the future strike a more rewarding work/life balance through owning a portfolio of units throughout the country.Can't thank you enough!

Then when something comes up in their strike zone, they doubt all of the research they have done.