I would go talk to a career counselor or head hunter, they are probably better able to help you find a job.

If you go to your local real estate investment association meetings you will most likely meet private money lenders.

Are you headed to any of the above events?

Again, discussing what your particular market is doing is key.Capital is out there and as we are heading into the 2nd half of the year, Investors will be more willing to assist with Projects if you are seeking Equity Partners.

*********** Appreciate the heads up regarding eviction in Cook County.

Get some stability in life, because you'll need that stability in order to get into real estate with a level-headed approach.

Also, Realtors who are investor-minded can be helpful to new investors because we alleviate some of the stress associated with locating, negotiating, writing up contracts, and closing the deal.

I swear, half of them are crazy enough that nobody would believe they are true.You hit the nail on the head, my parents thought I was nuts when I started 6 years ago.

I think it comes down to the whole "you are the average of the 5 people you most associate with."

This is something that can be hard for people from very populated areas too get their head around, but it is real!