I talk in terms of Gross Salary, of course with write-offs and deductions we claim/make less. 

How much are we talking about here?

Not a bad idea - i'll do some research and we should talk. 

Note - If you are looking to invest the proceeds you could look into a 1031 exchange will defer all Federal taxes to a later date and allow you to purchase another property with the proceeds.The best thing to do in your situation is to do a little research and talk to an accountant.

Start networking daily make it a daily goal to talk to someone brand new and sell yourself to them and get them in your network. 2.

Would love to talk to investors in the area! 

Hi Everyone, I have been talking with a seller for a couple weeks now and Im about to submit an offer to him.

Apparently they have been in business for a while and I am surprised that nobody I have talked to knows or has heard about them.  

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Talk with investors, lenders, buyers, sellers, wholesalers, contractors, etc.