Hard Money is an essential tool in most fix and flip businesses, but it is expensive and isn't always your best option.

I was hoping to find a purchase option agreement through the BP Tools/ Files section, but no dice.

This is one way to combine a low-cost marketing tool with your desire to get out there and make this happen. 

This is a valuable tool that you can offer to your clients in the past.

Any tool in the hands of an inexperienced user is a danger to themselves and others.

After my 5 minute property analysis with meeting the 1% and 2% rules, onto deeper analysis with the BP rental analysis tool.  

You already have some tools in your toolbox....no pun intended.I am not from your area, but, wanted to say hello anyway.Now, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit.Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categoriesREI books suggested by BPershttp://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

I started out using and still use a public MLS for specific areas as one tool.

A lot of forum members are very knowledgeable in their respective fields related to real estate investing, whether that is real estate sales, wholesaling, flipping, rentals, lending, self-directed IRA and Solo 401k investing, or tax and legal guidance.Discounts on some products and services are offered to BP members: https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks/proIf you haven’t been to it already, you might want to check out the BP blog: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.

Take advantage of tools you have here.