An energetic, enthusiastic, hardworking, and motivated individual is usually someone that seasoned investors will give a shot to.

Mostly, though, since I've often made the mistake of relying too much on books and too little on wise individuals, I've been focusing on simply asking questions of people who've been successful in RE in my area.

Then all those nay sayers will be begging you to teach them what you're doing.

I can see if you walk in and say I want to do sandwich lease-options, many will not want to get involved with you.If you can demonstrate knowledge, they will be more likely to work with you, if they see you don't have a clue, you may not be worth thier time teach you the legal issues and why.

Such amounts are held by the state as dormant accounts for that individual and returned when/if claimed.

To understand these you need to stay away from the gurus and many of the "mentor" types that "teach" these as getting you to do deals is thier business, they usually have no responsibility in your deal. :)

I have a feeling you can learn whatever it is Lindsey is going to teach you here at Bigger Pockets.

Do you have any teachings online, literature or training sites?

And, it will really teach you a lot about people and life in general.Our government employees in Washington D.C. would benefit greatly if they left the marble hallways and managed a number of residential properties.

I know it is far-fetched by asking on a website for a mentor, or someone who can teach me, however, I am young, and have such a drive for success I don't want to waste anymore of our biggest asset, TIME.