@Andy Bauman I do plan to cold call and go introduce myself to local business that want to expand to this area. also get them information on how to get it financed. 

Hello Everyone - My name is Tj Simmons, and I live in Wyoming Michigan. I am 22 years old and coming up on 5 years in the Insurance Industry. My Dad started in the Industry in 2000, and my Grandpa in 1967. 
My mother...

Oakland has very strict rent control and tenant rights laws, with more proposals introduced all the time.

Chapter 4 and 5 then move you into investment niches as well as investment strategies where different investment strategies such as buy and hold, flipping, wholesaling, etc. are explained in good detail and a lot of the lingo that investors should know are introduced.

I was introduced to a developer who has a strong reputation and track record of success.

I know a few rent to own guys I can introduce you to - where are you looking to live?

@Antonio PicanI was first introduced to the concept of "your home is a liability not an asset," when I read Rich Dad, Poor Dad. 

Thru my network I got introduced to another investor who looking to borrow money.

Without being blunt and stating ‘I want to buy your house’, especially given the fact that it is not for sale, what is the best approach to take after introducing myself?  

How would I go about introducing myself, what’s critical in our initial conversation/letter, and how would I structure the deal to benefit me the most.