And it probably took him 25 hours a week (100 half hour phone calls every 2 weeks) for one coaching and another 5-10 hours a week in preparation and content creation and 10 to 20 weekends throughout the year presenting at conferences to get students to coach.  

BP is a great place to start growing your knowledge in preparation for your first investment

Because if a wholesaler runs their business like I do, then they are fully prepared to close on every deal so there is ZERO risk to the seller. 

I know it and I am prepared for it.

Prepare for growth and check out RentVine.

I am not saying you shouldn't seek labor only contractors, If you do go that route you will save money but be prepared for some headache & micromanagement.In general a competent GC will require control of all aspects of the project as to insure conformance to Quality, Timeline & Budget.

I’m preparing for my retirement by becoming an a real estate investor.

Lenders title insurance policy should be obtained and all documents properly prepared and filed accordingly.

@Kenny BanuelosIn high school, focus on preparation before buying a property.

Everyone really does want to meet you.Be prepared with an answer when you are asked what you do in real estate.