First- you have to decide where you want to concentrate, since all foreclosures are auctioned between set times, as defined by the state.

This is a question that comes up quite often, as California holds the highest concentration of HMLs in the country. 

I concentrate on newer, nicer homes in 4 & 5 star parks.I've averaged $20k+ overall and $25k+ the last four years.My busiest years I was starting at least one new project every 30 days - coinciding with getting all the repo lists of houses to choose from.BTW - I've also had a lot of experience with doubters, naysayers (and worse).What I pay for homes and sell them for is public record - accessible by anyone online free of charge.

They were trying to dilute the concentration of criminals in certain areas which they felt would lower overall crime.

I have several domains but only have two sites that I concentrate on.

@Scott since I am still negotiating so I can't yet provide concise efforts I will concentrate on but if/when that happens I am extremely transparent and accessible. 

The other area is east of Prospect which is super run down and again high poverty concentration.

There are professional training certificates for trades, 2-year associates degrees with concentration in very hands-on fields, and plenty of 4 year colleges where you can take 1 or more classes at a time, and not have to go all-or-nothing.In addition to the degree (even a 2-year degree is a college degree and confers a certain amount of respect), you network like crazy, have fun, do some growing up, and if you choose your college right, you have the opportunity to learn in-depth in areas that truly can help you along your chosen life path. 

And if you haven't already, I would begin to figure out: 1sts vs. 2nds, which states you will concentrate in at first, which servicer/vendors/attorneys you'll start out with, etc.

In March, I accepted a job offer as a Senior Analyst and Accountant in Phoenix, AZ, where I now work a normal 8-5 and can concentrate on studying real estate investing in my spare time.My long-term goal with real estate investing is to acquire buy and hold rentals that generate enough monthly income for me to be financially free.