And, of course, networking is also another reason why I'm here.For now I'm interested in investing in rental properties (thinking of turnkeys right now - due to time constrains) and maybe flipping after I gain some experience and feel more comfortable about it.

By giving them the google voice number and password, he sees the leads coming in, gains confidence in hitting a $500 deal for himself. 

It makes more sense to sell the deal to another flipper who is ready to reinvest and put thier GC or subs back to work as well as defere the capital gains. 

Thereby incurring less closing costs and gaining the ability to lock in a rate?

I worked two days and had two rooms looking,  well, the home sold and I received a bonus...I am working on my own flips to gain capital for rentals. 

It was great to meet others and I gained some valuable information. 

This way I can obtain rental income off of them and then ultimately sell at long term capital gains. 

Even if there were no chance of a deal, this is experience and education building.If there's an opportunity with nothing to lose and something to gain, take it!

I have seen others become a hard money lender and lend private money they gain access too, cut the investment performance aspect out of your payday.... make that someone else's responsibility.

Not only because you gain a greater appreciation for it, but also because if it gets messed up again, you already know what to do.As far as wholesaling definitely check out the section for it or use the search bar.