This is genuine problem for you don't have control on these circumstances.

If you are out there talking to people and asking questions and displaying a genuine interest in learning my bet is a mentor will end up finding you.As for investing in a college town and renting to college students that is somewhat a niche market that carries with it its own set of interesting challenges (aka risks) as well as some interesting rewards.Make sure you do lots of reading, ask lots of questions, and talk to lots of people.

Moving to a different market has been difficult during this time, so one of my current goals is to find good & genuine people to connect with & see if there’s anywhere I can help out in exchange for experience.

I never have an issue with them in contracts providing you present yourself as a genuine person and don't tell any lies.

I know (or at least I hope) that most of the people on BP are genuine and are not out there to sc*** the new guy but I am also aware that there are predators out there too. 

I believe when you genuinely want others to succeed you will reap the best reward as a REI.

Hi Alan,20% is quite achievable in many markets across Ohio.Having your feet on the ground would make it less risky, otherwise genuine relationships with key people would need to be established in the particular area of interest.There is some amazing value across the Midwest and I believe you can get a very decent return with minimum risk.This is just my opinion and experience working the markets here.Thanks and have a great day.

. : I was reading this forum and I want to up-lift you for being a genuin good-hearted person who reaches out to people and try to help them.

But you HAVE to have faith and trust in the person you are working with, otherwise it doesn't matter how great the deal is.I'd start asking people ... send some privates messages on BP, connect with people for coffee, have a genuine interest in their business, and see where it might go.

Offering 50% of listing price would be considered an insult so IF you're truly interested step up to the plate and make a genuine offer.Yeah, I get it that profits are made when you buy, but 50% discount is .....