Maybe some one will figure it out but it has been hanging like a carrot in front of me for over ten years now.

Or a longer version:BiggerPockets is a social network where new and experienced real estate investors hang out to learn from each other, do deals, and grow (both professionally and financially.) 

It's tough to get the hang of and it's a quirky feature.

I first plan on hanging out here for a while and learn what I can.

OTH, $10M isn't rich in my book either, it's well off.Speaking of youth, my comment of being taken seriously may not have been justified very well, so I'll explain my  thinking.I assumed we all began not knowing squat.I assumed others like myself didn't hang with 47, 50, 55, 60 and 70 year old folks who control the larger RE business/deals/projects/business equities in my area, I hung with those in my age group.

I need some advice or a point in the right direction;I'm seeking private money secured by a 1st trust deedLooking for approximately $300,000 to $400,000 (60% - 75%) House is already renovated, Southern California 91748Pictures: http://s940.photobucket.com/user/REAL-Solutionz/li... 30 Month or so Term Interest Only 6% - 8% No Pre Pay 2pts max The hang up is the title is held by my title holding trust and I am living in it to take advantage of the IRS section 121 (250K cap gains exemption). 

I am hanging out here in Phoenix for the rest of the week.  

Another hang up is that I will likely buy it sight unseen. 

I completely understand your lack of bids. 1) There is lots of work so contractors are picking the low hanging fruit.

Your best bet is to hang tight and wait the full 24 months and take all the eligible gain tax free.