@Jason Eyerly - here's a blog post I wrote about how to stand out as a wholesaler - hope it's helpful to you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/4430/blog_posts/32194-attention-wholesalers-2-ways-to-stand-out-from-your-competition

I saw a great write up about BP on another blog that was discussing RE programs you have to pay for in Houston, ie, Lifestyles Unlimited.

Also take advantage of all the great resources BP has with the Blog and Podcasts and be active on the forums to learn a ton about any aspect of real estate.

You can check the blogs, podcasts, and the free books here!

He has blogs and quite a few postings I'm sure you can soak in.

Check this post out:http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/3225/blog_posts/26426-mentor

I think each lender has the flexibility of deciding those requirements.I also read a blog post recently on here about a 5plex that was marketed as a 4plex.

Check out the blogs, podcasts etc and get some healthy networking in as well.

Have you checked out Ned Carey's blog posting on "How Do I find a Mentor?"

Welcome as a follow Chicagoan, always love seeing others on here.I will say there was a great blog not to long ago about the "Myth or Lie" of wholesaling on here.