As a fellow newbie I suggest doing three things to help you move forward:1- listen to the podcasts- they help you learn information you wouldn't even think of searching for2- attend Real estate meetings: you never know which contact will help you get your first deal.3- stay active in the forums asking and responding so you can learn and be more visible to others.Good luck and don't give up! 

Does anyone know if its legal to do this in the State of Oregon, i have tried to contact real estate agents and have been told that they would call back and still havent received that call.

Is it a fair question to ask them for contact information or reviews from previous real estate investors they've helped?

I reached out to my RE attorney who suggested I contact a law firm that deals specifically with partnership agreements.

@Matthew PaulI too have been shocked at how many people will not follow through for a showing, even after contacting them 30 minutes before the showing and them confirming they are going to be there!

https://ira123.com/ contact @brian @Brian Eastman he is the main guy on BP that sets these up. undefined

If you know a good broker that understands the REI business and does work in eastern Nebraska please share contact information with me.

If anyone wishes to contact me here at bigger pockets.

One thing I can say about Foreign National borrowers, you can usually bet they have good savings, multiple paid on time mortgages and other loans under their belts when they contact me.     

Have you considered contacting a commercial broker to assist you?