I've wholesaled so many properties, I've lost count, but I can tell you this - it's well over 1,000.I've been an on-site mentor teaching people wholesaling for 15+ years.I stand by my previous post.

Hey @Jake Wosick - You should definitely connect with @Zach Shepard above, he's been a great mentor for me and knows the off-market chicago space better than most.In my opinion, the key to off-market deals is understanding the ROOT issue with the seller. 

@Sharma ParthThe best way to find mentors in your area is to attend local meetups and conferences.

What Kate describes is basic Due diligence one oh one before U close. and if Kate is relying on her mentor or their VAs to do her due diligence I can tell you that is not the way to go about it..

I attended a weekend long event where Tyler was the presenter for RE Mentor a few years ago and I can tell you that Tyler is the real deal.

Find local meet ups and find a mentor in your target areas.

One of Scott's marketing "mentor" is Perry Belcher, a convicted felon.

U can still have a hiccup of course but generally speaking far safer than any junior or unsecured As you have a specific ownership interest that cant be deluded and is first priority in any BK

I am a self-managing investor in Buffalo and frequently mentor newbies or out of area investors.

This might help you get a bit of breathing room to address the bigger maintenance issues you mentioned, like the garage roof and leaning trees.It’s also important to find a support system, whether it’s other landlords who understand what you’re going through or a mentor who can offer advice and encouragement.