If you haven't had a chance to review it yet, check out the BP beginner's guide to make sure you're aware of all your investing options.https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingRegarding wholesaling or any of the other investing strategies, a good place to begin is by deciding what market (zip codes, neighborhoods, etc) you want to invest in and then learning the numbers for that market.

We have a vacation rental in San Antonio, and the numbers look something like this:Market Value of the Property By Itself:  $166,000Value of Furnishings, Appliances, Etc:  $17,000Net Income for 2015:  $21,000 (converted to a short-term rental in March of last year)We have accumulated a great portfolio of reviews, etc, but we're are looking to utilize the proceeds from the sale of this rental to re-invest in a commercial property. 

We tell them not to sign anything until we can review their findings, answer questions,  and help them pick the best deal. 

@Joey Clairessa M.You can get a house 'under contract' without paying the current owner and money .... but it's not completely free, you'll probably want your contract reviewed by a lawyer, and you'll want the contract notarized.Also, I think it's worth mentioning that you current owner will expect that signing of a contract will have the eventual result of them getting something (money).  

3) And last, get them to write online reviews of you on Zillow.

Would be happy to review your first deal with you. 

I don't want to ask for a copy of workers comp policy and spend time reviewing and scruitinizing it every time I have work or services provided by a small contractor.At one of my traditional rentals I actually have the kid next door cut the grass.

I understand there a train station project in the heart of BP under review.

I have not personally invested in Rich Uncles, but have reviewed their prospectus and the details on their website.

Short Sale list price $147,000Offer Price: Cash offer $127,500 (made in Aug 2015)Action: Offer accepted by the seller and moved to the bank for review (Aug / Sept 2015)Most recent update from Chase: (email from bank official regarding the deal ) valuation was completed the end of last week.