I want to enter Originations with more experience and a solid book of business with guaranteed deals.

What should a new investor have in there if he/she have no deals yet and no experience?

Aloha Cole, That is the end goal when I have some experience and capital to my name.

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I'm not sure how things work in the Detroit market, but from my limited experience here, either a PMC gets back to us immediately and asks to see the properties or they don't respond. 

Does anyone have any experience in the Gulf Coast?

But through experience, some tend to slip through the cracks as everyone's insurance requirements and anniversary  dates vary across the portfolio. 

How realistic is it (or not) to do tax lien/deed investing remotely?

I'm exploring alternative financing options and would greatly appreciate insights or experiences in similar scenarios.Key Points:Property Location: Cahokia HeightsPurchase Price: $17,000Rental Income: Approximately $1,500/month via Section 8Condition of Property: Updated plumbing, roof is in good shape, needs AC unit, paint, flooring and cabinets and counter topI'm considering reaching out to private lenders but would like to gather opinions on:Feasibility of securing a mortgage for a low-cost property.Attractiveness of this deal to private lenders.Any creative financing strategies that could be applicable here.Legal and tax implications I should be aware of.Potential risks and how to mitigate them effectively.Any advice, suggestions, or contacts in the private lending space would be immensely helpful.

Bryce has special needs, and being able to be there for him and provide the best care is my top priority.I'm eager to learn from the wealth of experience and knowledge in this group.