finally someone with some knowledge 

.- Background: Took some real estate classes before but really a lot of self learning on creative financing - Current Goal:To close my first wholesale deal within the next few months by learning from seasoned investors and applying proven strategies.I'm here to absorb as much knowledge as possible, so if you have any tips or resources, I’m all ears!

best of luck. make sure you are speaking to a knowledgeable person in your area as you might be getting false information

I believe a local investor can do well on cash flow leveraging their local knowledge in those markets.Best wishes

well I do plan on purchasing a duplex as my first investment and once I complete my Real Estate License during the time of my service I hope to be a lot more knowledgeable and approach SFH's to BRRRR but yes I understand!

Something will come up that you do not understand or do not have to knowledge to deal with.

You just need the knowledge or rely on those with the knowledge - proven knowledge.Thus, my comment of:  This is why you must vet the law and title office you are closing with to make sure they know how to handle these transactions.  

Ultimately, it's all about the right balance—staging should always be tailored to the home and the market it’s in, which is where working with a knowledgeable agent really makes a difference.Would love to hear your thoughts as well!

I feel like I have all the knowledge, but I have still not found that first deal!

Reason: I signed a new job offer at a nonprofit yesterday and having extensive knowledge of the real-estate market in Philly would be very helpful.