If anything just buy motivating buyer lists or VA until you build your own buyers list.

learn about as many strategies as you can then open up a prop stream acct and go to town looking for motivated sellers in Middletown.  

This is really an object of my hindrance to achieving my end.

Staying flexible and partnering with a skilled property manager or agent would be key to achieving long-term success.Good luck!

That said, I'm grateful for the alternatives you present--you're keeping the bottom line in mind, so I appreciate your help in exploring options that achieve the bottom line for the investors. 

Initial Equity: The discount you achieve when buying below market value.

Jaybe if you had a few units this can be achieved

. - In the unlikely event that you get a lead, A "motivated seller" who will work with an 18 year old to sell their home, is likely someone dealing with death, disease, divorce, or disaster.

Like I said, no ulterior motive. 

I bring sales experience from selling RVs and have always been interested in real estate investing as a way to generate income and eventually achieve time and financial freedom.