And there in lies the art of the fix and flipper.

I recently read in Donald Trumps "The Art of the Deal" that negotiation is the key to getting deals.

Networking is an art.

It is both science and art, but it is critical to your success.

., separating the wheat from the chaff is more an art than a science.looking through the the glass as half full-congrats on dissuading the felons, the child molesters, and the professional tenants from applying.If you are not getting bites, you need to step up to 'value added' amenities.

A smattering of stocks via my 401Ks, some gold/silver, jewelry, firearms, art, etc....

Steve, you have these referred sites down to an art!

That is guru stuff to sell systems or programs, not selling or buying real estate.Think of RE investing or business as an art and science, not a mechanical process so much.

I decided to do some research on neighborhoods which brought me back to forum posts on Bigger Pockets.I learned that the letter grades vary by area, can sometimes be more of an art than a science, and are easier to nail down for multifamilies.But here’s some characteristics:“A” Class properties are in newer growth areas, are in nice neighborhoods, are newer properties built within the last 15 years with the most amenities.

These kind of activities don't expose you to a lot of risk with money (but some liability on contracts) while still help you learn the art of finding, evaluating and negotiating deals.