Most people have to use hard money lenders to get financing for flips, and once they’re complete they either sell the property (usually within a year of purchase if everything goes well), or they’ll refinance it into a traditional 30yr mortgage (search ‘BRRRR’ for more on this strategy).Good luck with your first home!

I have previously helped some family members search and buy properties but I have yet to close on my own.

@Cambria Wengert , you can now search by topic.

For example, if you made $200,000 from a sale of a home you can select a product in the identified market and then create an LLC (required) and then specifically identify that property as your OFZ property and ''park' your money there. 

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts: https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcastWishing you the best! 

Thank you @Roberto Torres I'm in the process of searching for my very first property in the philadelphia market.

I have had good luck with Tenant Background Search. 

Search within city database by Street address and number.

Is there a comparable Website for searching “Homes for Sale by Owner” as the MLS for Agency Listings?

I decided that I'd like to search for a seasoned/experienced wholesaler who is looking to teach someone to birddog for them; as in what to look for in a deal, what red flags to avoid, how the local market works, etc.