. :)  This article explains it pretty well if you're interested.

@Sebastian PapworthI almost fell off my chair reading this and the article. 

Marie Poe see this:http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10000872396390443696604577644700448760254.html

I used to visit a popular REI site years ago and this was, along with the 'how-to articles', the most popular area on the site for new investors.Just a suggestion.

Lately Ive seen multiple postings and and articles about people having trouble finding inventory that fits profitable numbers.

Oregon residents who meet the qualification requirements are now able to receive $20,000 to assist with foreclosure prevention due to the expansion of a new foreclosure prevention program – the Loan Preservation Assistance (LPA) program.The program, which started in a few cities throughout Oregon, is now available statewide and is intended to assist over 2,000 struggling homeowners throughout the state.Here is an article that has more information: "Foreclosure Rates Decline as Foreclosure Prevention Programs Expand" - http://www.bankforeclosuressale.com/wp/article-10254046.html

Find this article on his site.

@Celia Holliday, I hope your sweet tooth is ready Listen to all podcasts at least twice : wisdom Try to read at least one BP articles per day Go through this thread truth about wholesaling Also search for “ marketing “ via biggerpockets. ( yellow letters , zip , driving for dollars , and etc ) Start compiling list of contractors, agents, title companies, hard money lenders, Home Depot/Lowes( itemize list of supplies costs ),and local banks ( refinance requirements ).

I wrote a blog article on a new blog I am starting with my mastermind group.

@Ali Boone can you share the link on the forum I would love to see the article as well