In fact, its become quite apparent that number crunching ranks rather low on the necessary skills for real estate compared to networking and communication and other business skills. 

I am taking all your advice and information and putting it in my Notation notes for REI (you should really see this thing, I'm reading roughly 3 books a week, watching and reading countless videos and articles and I have a virtual seminar with Grant Cardone this weekend).

There is much to learn: pricing, marketing, screening, contract law, lease enforcement, late/unpaid rent, property abandonment, squatters, maintenance, tenant neglect or abuse, communication, and 417 other things.Buying a decent property but not managing it well can impact your finances, marriage, sanity, physical health, and desire to invest.

The lack of communication is typical in this business and a reason why we opened and have done well. 

The reality is that you will not find that in the seller finance space, and even if you do, there will be virtually no discount. 

When you find a sponsor you like, do yourself a favor and get clear on what your experience will be like AFTER you have invested.Does the sponsor have a communication plan?

Your contract is evidenced by the spreadsheet, payments, and likely other communication about the work.

They are always on top of maintenance and communicating any issue regarding the property and they have streamlined the process so that it’s relatively easy and quick the purchase. 

Maybe they communicate differently but have good intentions.

If you want to get the most out of your new Pro membership, add a photo, a bio, and some information in your profile so people know they are communicating with a real person.