You should really focus on that rather than things like wholesaling which is frankly a starting point for those with no formal qualifications and little cash (no offense to wholesalers).

An investor will not pay full market value, as they need to make a profit, so if it is a marketable property, and there is no urgency to unload the property, the MLS is the best solution.My question to you is this:Knowing that some people need the assistance of an investor, is there any marketing you received that was not offensive?  

Us RE brokers who study pay our E and O  and other things keep up with the rules of the road.. its offensive to me anyway that this activity by unlicensed and undercapitalized to the point of no capital folks get in and screw these deals up.

No offense intended, but ya could take my word for it....!

He was talking about 'tying up houses', used a slur that is offensive to a certain group of people, and other stuff that seemed less than professional.

I would probably start tossing things in the trash, but it's a federal offense to tamper with the mail.Who are my postal experts?

Having worked for years with lobbyists in California the first thing you need to do is frame your approach in a way that is the least offensive.

Having a mentor who actually does what you are learning in the real world is also a key factor in getting you over the hump.In regards to some comments on wholesalers - Jeffery called them bottom feeders and Pat took offense.

I guess I am simply finding myself struggling to free mental space to believe it's actually possible to become "financially independent" , and not just another pyramid scheme, book or, no offense intended "social networking site" etc. 

If you don't even know the first step, which is what to say, get professional training in wholesaling or partner with someone who is experienced.No offense, but all you are doing now is poisoning the well.