I would say that the simple answer to your questionis "no", you don't have to start a business to do this,and if you do start one, it won't help you get financing.Search for and read Ryan Webber's posts to get anidea of how to get started in the flipping business.There is not much expense in getting a propertyunder contract, but you do need to have a networkof investors to flip them to.Begin going to your local rei club and network yourway into this business.

Hello Robert, I just joined today and looking to network with individuals.

I live here in the columbus ohio area shoot me an email or message if you want to network or something.

Jonathan, I know this is an old thread but I tagged you as a network contact.

At HCA Investment Firm, LLC, our network includes Lenders and Lender/Investor underwriting group sources that represent some of the largest international banks, investment banks, correspondents, conduits, unions, insurance companies, hedge funds, pension funds, capital and credit companies, private accredited investors, and private lenders.

I use a network of timers and soaker hoses around the slab.

I agree with you; the DCCMREIG is a great place to network.

I'd like to put together a network of investors, and other real estate related people in Hawaii, as I am building my RE empire bit by bit :D My job helps me because investors might not need a realtor, but they always need some sort of financing.

I've decided to start attending the local Real Estate Investing club to build my network and talk with a Real Estate lawyer to learn the laws of wholesaling in my area.

Are you open to the possibility of networking at a game?