We are motivated and dedicated to getting this started,  but we can't get past the first step of getting our first deal. 

There are many sites which I know of in which you can pay either a per list fee, or a subscription fee, to have access to motivated seller lists.My question is does anyone have any recommendations for ways to obtain these lists that may be more affordable?

If you can identify what the seller's motivations are (easier said than done), then you'll be heading in the right direction towards getting a deal.If you can close quickly with cash and no or few contingencies, you can usually get a better deal on a home than someone with traditional financing that takes 30-60 days to close.To answer your questions:1.

The goal is just to get in front of someone in person (or via zoom) to determine how motivated they are.

Also, look into Green Bonds or Green loans if you are adding EV charging or solar etc. as Banks like to access that source of money if you're modernizing a building to be Energy efficient or leed compliant.

I am highly motivated to buy a property in the next 30 days. 

My wife and I are motivated and excited to be real estate investors.

To Don’s point, a good wholesaler finds a motivated seller where the property is not publicly being marketed currently (MLS or online FSBO) and locks the deal (with intent and means to close of course).

@John Morgan Thanks John I’ll start researching more efficient methods for my marketing process.

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