Hey everyone, Just wanted to introduce myself, I've been lurking for a while in absorbing mode taking it all in.

Early morning Seller finally made contact only to admit that he had not made plans to vacate and gave other reasons (what some would say excuses) as to why he couldn't move so as suggested, I had to move into assertive mode.

Been listening to the Podcast for a while as I mentioned in my post :-)Already been to a meeting and I'll be going to a few more for networking and what not.Only thing is, I should have mentioned, my business model is more like J's and I'm looking to flip houses to start with, not rent them out.

I then moved on to a corporate real estate company to learn their business model. I

BP won't let you post connect info while in the "free" mode. 

I'm from Raleigh, NC and am currently in self-education mode (lots of books, podcasts, and mentor seeking), but planning to explore my first deal soon. 

I still think the wholesale model is a good way to learn and gain entry to investing.

And I don't say that because it's our focus, but because the flipping/wholesale model is a little hard to accomplish in the current, seller's market we're in.

Once I get to that point, I will "flip the switch" from growth mode to wealth preservation mode and pay off those mortgages in snowball fashion.

Welcome @James PettyAs a residential spec builder, my business model is a bit different than the one you are pursuing.