Its good to start and build up some capital but if you are going to be doing this full time you will want to develop relationships with contractors/electricians/plumbers.I usually do the big stuff my self electric/plumbing/hvac and leave the labor intensive stuff to others carpentry/drywall.  

Take them to lunch or dinner for their time and start a relationship. 

I am looking to forge relationships, make deals, and learn all that I can.

This deal will build a relationship, trust, and can lead to more deals.So far the entry points I can think of are get a real estate license and gain credibility.

I need someone that has relationships with Metro West and Jeffco Housing Authority.  

As the relationship progressis when you have a deal you need funding for they are some of the 1st people who will want to fund it.

Having some good dialogue and definitely forging some relationships.  

Most will do this for free, but it's good to have a relationship with the contractor so they know that they will eventually get something out of this, such as a referral or to be use on one of your other projects.

I'm looking forward to learning from all of you and building relationships.

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