We short sold one in 2012, the other in 2013, so now, I can jump back in (you know that 2 year period).Needless to say, experience was the best teacher there, and now that that experience is under my belt, I'm ready to move forward.So, here I am currently with a one family under contract, want to fix and flip. 

Make the estoppel a condition that must be completed during the option period.

Period.

This all comes down to momentum and performing some or all of the above tasks in a consistent manner or a long period of time (greater than 6 months).  

Study for a short, predefined period of time then just get out there and take action.

I would assume there's a seasoning period, right? 

We believe that its not about some other software system, or this brand new strategy, rather its effective deal analysis so you don't loose money, aggressive marketing to bring the deal flow in, and systemization so in a reasonable period of time you can actually have freedom even while flipping 6-12 properties per year.Getting your license isn't free, nor is going through our education.  

They are BY FAR the best resource for newbie Real Estate Investors to gain a wealth of knowledge in the shortest period of time.

Particularly with Fannie/Freddie/HUD REOs, they have a bias towards owner occupants and a 'first look' period in many cases where they won't even consider offers from investors.

Omaha and Des Moines have never really been on my radar for NE and midwest areas I've periodically considered.