He would have some good advice for you!

You look for good houses, get okayed for loans, pick the best changes to make, plan your money, put your place up for rent in a smart way, take care of the house, list on many sites, borrow again, and use the new cash to buy another house.

Maybe a good idea to do a meetup too over lunch to  get the vibe :)

This creates a win-win situation.As for your equity partner question, the key is to present the deal in a way that highlights the security and long-term benefits for them.

Good luck. 

How long will this process take? 

I plan to start out wholesaling learn how to spot good deals and then transition over to flipping.

One of our goals is to invest in real estate for short term and long term rental use.  

Think long term and delay gratification.

Here are a few:Pros: -Reliable rent paid every month-Stable tenants that typically stay in the unit for a long time-Purchase prices are typically lower so easier barrier to entryCons:-Getting the files onboarded and processed is very tedious.