The simple answer is educate yourself, align yourself with smart and moral people.  

Will only have $5k-$10k left in the property when it’s financed.Today is my 1st showing to get it rented and I have 8-10 people showing up.Rental #’s:$1,350 for rent$318/month cash flow (factoring in 8% for PM, even though I am managing it)51.35% Cash on Cash return (based on $95,000 appraisal)191.64% Annualized Total ReturnI have been investing in Real Estate for just under 2 years, and the moral of the story is ANYONE can do this! 

I agree 200%.Regarding wholesalers, in theory I agree with the function/morality/usefulness of wholesalers. 

I do think there is going to be a great deal of pain felt by the average person morality wise and monitarily.

But this is sleight of hand, an illusionThe Fed has declared a war on savers, a war on prudence and provided the ultimate Moral Hazard Card-and with our money no less.

LOLThe moral to the story, sometimes dumber is smarter!

Moral of the story.

You can also see if they have committed any crimes, been evicted, have had liens placed against them etc.The moral of my story is that I check everything and believe nothing until it checks out.

I suppose the moral to my story is to not listen to someone because they say they're an "expert".

You are dependent upon his participation (money and moral support).You can consult all the psychology books, financial planners, marriage counselors and priests you want.