Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged.http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere http://www.biggerpockets.com/ubg http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate SuccessREI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.http://www.realestate.com/advice/buying-your-first-investment-property/ However, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.

I would like to hear advice and tips about if this is a smart way to begin my wholesaling career.

Im still in my learning phase and welcome ANY tips that can be given.Thank you all!

., an exit strategy of refinance is probably not plausible because the borrower is not creditworthy enough to receive a loan from a traditional lending institutionDo you have hard money loan tips or questions? 

If you are looking for people in your area, try clicking the Network tab at the top of the page.

If you talk to a bond broker, you need TIPS.  

Thanks for the tip. 

And finally, any tips, tricks, opinions, or any comments about this would be incredibly appreciated. 

Great first step to learning and investing.Consider developing your profile a bit, it helps other get to know you.Other tips, I highly recommend BP's Ultimate Beginner's Guide, it helps to form a general foundation in the industry.

I was hoping to get some advice from the experience veterans on here about tips on buying a first home, things to look out for, some hidden costs or expenses that I wont see until its too late, anything along those lines!