Unless you can get in a residence and slowly rehab it--sell it in two years and make a tax free gain I'm not convinced this plan is doable.

Hey Arn, welcome to the group.Sounds like you are ready to get started, this is a great place to gain a solid foundation for your REI plans.Talk to you soon

Not only do I need the quick cash, but the confidence gained by completing the deal.I have a couple questions.1) In the current Real Estate environment, where are the best opportunities to find motivated sellers?

One thing that caught my attention was the call-capture system.

It is possible but you have to look at your Capital Gains/35% Self-emploment taxes if you plan to move that quick.

"Don't pay attention to the man behind the curtain" I believe was the line from the Wizard of Oz.

My loss is your gain.$30,000 in equity is yours.

There are a few properties in my area, Pennsylvania, which have caught my attention, but I’m not sure how to analyze these properties properly.

And since we are not talking about long-term capital gains (property held less than 12 months) then rehab expenses that I would normally think of as being capitalized (like adding a new bathroom) are not really capitallized (and depreciated) because of the short-term nature of this type of transaction.

You can do it without her, but it will be easier, more fun, and more profitable with her.As you gain knowledge about REI, you lower your Risk.