Neither of those pencil out.I think you'd be wise to save the money and find your own leads.

Easy Street is a good option BUT you need CASH in liquid checking/savings for down payment of 20% and BIG chunk 2-3 times loan amount to buy out of a prepayment penalty.

Flat Fee MLS Brokers for sellers have been around for a long time, but Flat Fee Broker/Agents for buyers with a cash credit/rebate of the buyer agent commission are quite new and just starting to get some market share.

If you’re not in a rush to tap your equity, holding off until rates come down could save you money in the long run.

Do the math and you'll see it doesn't make sense.The best way to invest: increase earnings, reduce expenses, and save.

It’s a cost, but it saves time and headaches.5.

i'd start there.

Regarding finding discounted deals......That is the reason why I started a wholesaling business. 

Hi Zoe, welcome good for you to start early, time is the most important ingredient with investing.

Quote from @Brendan M Hornung: I reside in Southern California and started my investment journey in March of last year by purchasing a sub-to single-family home in AL.