I agree there aren't many that will mentor and coach for free!

Seek mentors and read the forums and blogs on BiggerPockets.You can find asset managers and resources at Bigger Pockets "Foreclosure Resources" http://www.biggerpockets.com/foreclosed_property_management.html.Asset managers work with owners of REO's and foreclosed properties such as banks, hedge funds, and private investors.

I really would like to work with the hard money guy that I know because he knows his stuff, he is honest and I think hes trying to mentor me.

Thanks to BiggerPockets, I have the best partner/mentor/construction manager that I could have ever hoped for. 

I think bringing my mentor along is a great suggestion. 

I am spinning my wheels and need so much help as I don't have a mentor yet and I don't want to miss out on something that could be an awesome opportunity.

We plan on having kids within the next 3 years and my desire is to have my real estate foundation set, learning and networking as much as I can with the help of a mentor!

I could not have done it all by myself if it wasn't for a good mentor to have my back.

It is occupied by the former owners, and it will be interesting to see what I wind up doing with it.I own my own home, which I also consider as an investment, since I plan on holding it and renting it out as soon as my kids fly the coop (next 3-5 years).I have a local mentor, which owns quite a few multi-family rentals.  

My goal is to learn about real estate investment and I have hopes of finding a great mentor.