After that, have my business systemized to the point where I can start investing out of start.One of my goals is to find a local Bigger Pockets mentor who's in the LA area.If you're available, I believe we have an opportunity to collaborate.

I'd be willing to meet anywhere for the opportunity to collaborate. 

That's the position i've gotten to, but I know there is a ton more to do....I'm actually thinking of starting a boutique hotel chain around this concept, and have been pitching friends of mine and people on BP to see how they can join/ collaborate. 

I would be happy to be a resource for any Canadians that want to collaborate or just want a contact stateside.

Sounds good, let’s touch base at least 1 week prior to next auction to collaborate instead of 1 day:)

Collaborating with my potential partner will allow me easy access to a healthy credit line.

Today's technology allows for seamless collaboration with clients and many of us have clients all over the US and world.

No one wants to be trapped in a conversation with someone that just wants to sell their product when they aren't interested in it.That said, I have a totally different elevator speech when talking to a wholesaler about being a buyer of their properties, a different one for real estate agents, etc...just have to know the audience.I guess my point is that we can't all collaborate in this thread on developing the perfect elevator speech that works for everyone, but hopefully this all helps with ideas on developing yours.

For a community like this, including lots of people who hope to collaborate, GTY provides a valuable framework. 

But if it can, I think in 5 to 6 years it will be a major component of every real estate investor's portfolio.Looking to collaborate and share with other investors who are doing due diligence on real estate crowdfunding deals.Thanks,