Hi guys,Came across this great article about how to make 6 figures in real estate.

(He is a contractor and currently owns his own business)-Is that even an option when the inheritance is split between numerous family members?

You can learn about rehabbing reading various articles, listening to the BP Podcasts and going through these forums.

ABM Always Be MarketingI've been targeting accidental landlords on Craigslist to see if their interested in selling.This week I've started sending yellow letters (if you enter yellow letters or direct mail in the search bar for several articles and discussions) to expired listings.Next up is a direct marketing campaign to absentee owners.When I run errands I take different routes through my farm area looking for For Rents and FSBOs.I also have a website to direct leads to.

Here's a couple articles you might enjoy:The 21 Best Real Estate Investing Books Ever How to Rent Your House: The Definitive Step by Step GuideSeeya!

http://www.npr.org/2014/03/04/285711091/chinese-investors-arent-snatching-up-detroit-property-yet

I know there's lots of interest in Detroit from our favorite Podcast hosts. What do you say BiggerPockets comm...

An article / opinion piece by Sherwood Neiss from Crowdfund Capital Advisors, tells more about this development: http://venturebeat.com/2014/05/08/new-bill-could-finally-fix-crowdfunding-if-the-sausage-stuffers-dont-get-to-it/Despite all the hoopla, I personally remain optimistic.

stoney, i recommend going to a couple REI clubs on their free night: the rich club which is off hwy 290 and lu (lifestyles unlimited). go on the free intro nights and take a pen and paper. take copious notes and ask questions and get business cards and pamplets. then at the end of each seminar, leave quickly because they will try to sell you very expensive memberships which will not help you anymore than getting free information here on biggerpockets. i have done this many times and have numerous notes, information, phone numbers and business cards that i use in my rei.

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.Also - here's a couple articles you might enjoy:The 21 Best Real Estate Investing Books Ever How to Rent Your House: The Definitive Step by Step GuideOh - and don't forget to set up your Keyword Alerts!

Don't miss The BiggerPockets Podcast - they are great for learning how others are finding success.Oh - and here are my favorite articles on Wholesaling:9 Reasons You Couldn’t Find A Buyer For Your Wholesale DealDon’t Start Wholesaling Until You Read This: Wholesale Advice from a Fix and FlipperHow to Start Wholesaling: Getting Past The Education and Into the FieldOh - and be sure to set up some Keyword Alerts- especially for "Middletown" so you'll be notified when people mention it here in the forums.Thanks again for introducing yourself!