Probably, but it likely would have taken me several more years and I don’t know if it would’ve helped me overcome certain fears about investing in real estate for my wife. 

A success that comes from overcoming obstacles and finding creative ways to get involved in real estate investing.In 2014, I set out on a journey that had all the makings of a classic boondoggle. 

But I'd be lying if I told that as much as I love cash flow, there's still bits and pieces of regret that overcome me when the skies are sunny and the temps are warm and I'm not behind the wheel of that convertible.

I still have not purchased but I was able to overcome my biggest obstacle..

How did you overcome the lender wanting a net worth equal to the loan amount?

Lots of difficulties to overcome, but I know things have been turning around.  

Perhaps your otherwise organized approach would suffice to overcome the issue.

Where they can be found is NO secret and the bank will take the strongest offer.There are thousands of REO properties to be found, that are under perceived "market value," however in CA "market value" is very subjective.Most REO transactions take longer to close than a traditional transactions and there are obstacles to overcome, even in the best case scenario.I have represented many clients, in which an REO property LOST value during the transaction period.Where I do see an investing opportunity is as follows:Best case, look for a short sale in which the inventory is stale and the bank wants the property off the books.

It may depend on how well equiped you are to state your case and overcome objections of the lender.

Until I discovered out of state investing and worked hard to overcome some the obstacles that you mention, I really wasn't even able to work on my passive income.