If you persist you will succeed.

Should I go head and let the seller fix up his own property, since he is persistent about it, because he know he can contract it to me higher.

A good exercise for anyone is to call every single small bank is available, and see if they will do 80% loan to value on acquisitions.If you have a business plan that shows that you buy fix and hold, and you only want 80% of value in a reasonable interest-rate, they may accommodate you 10 20 or 30 yearsJust search for portfolio lenders that will work with you has a lot to do with two things: one is your persistence and two is how organized and professional you areGet a business plan that shows that you're for real and show every single deal you've doneThe alternative is to get private lenders that will lend you 80% loan to value in long-term

Through persistence and dedication I could pin point the flaws in my competitors and ultimately control the marketing around here.

I also heard that there are a lot of successful investors  in NY, Long Island and in NYC so I am going to be persistent and make it work here.

It will happen, its all about persistence and work.

I'm 32 years old, persistent and will be aggressive in making good things happen for my investors.

The persistent character in each story is Arkad, the richest man in Babylon, who is often the teller of the stories, describing how he earned that title and drawing attention to relatable truths.I would suggest studying, from this book, the iconic 5 Laws of Gold: I.

@Jd Martin  you beat me too it ... by far the most important member is yourself.. your drive your passion your persistence in the face of challenges etc etc.  

Its just about moving thru that and persisting.