Its not a rip off, its about each of us being responsible and knowing what our goals are.

I remember those days - hump mount Craig 8-track, Jenson Tri-Axial Speakers, 23 Channel CB with 102" whip antenna and Shag Carpet - LOL!

Most of the folks I know that have been successful have had formal or informal mentoring relationships to help them get over the hump.

I never seemed to having a problem of finding a bunch of houses its just getting over the hump of making the offer.Nick

In reference to my comment about US being better off than other countries.

iPad = no real keyboard, no usb ports, no multi-tasking, limited apps - how is that a game changer?

Here are the responses I received on M* You are suggesting the US be run like an endowment fund?

They do take some time, but once you get over the 3 month hump, you should be closing a few deals a month.

I've been to multiple seminars and have read plenty of books on Real Estate Investing and so far what I have seen here is very powerful and I luv this BP community :D I am interested in REO Wholesaling but I figure for me to get over the hump I would like to maybe joint venture or be mentored like one of the success stories I just read on here..lol :mrgreen: Other than that I am open to any ideals or comments that you may have to create another successful investor here on Bigger Pockets :wink:

We're stupid to let the wackos stop us from using our own natural resources to help us be self sufficient.