Nonetheless I give them a very professional and cordial call simply to introduce myself and I constantly get hit with " I do not want to sell my property", " im not selling that property", or " I already sold that property".Why does it have to be an assumption that I am looking to buy their property?

I’d suggest starting out by networking with as many other investors as possible and be an active participant in the forums.

I’d suggest starting out by networking with as many other investors as possible and be an active participant in the forums.

DM me and we can go grab coffee.

If you decide you won't move out of the area, still buy another one and do it again- now a nicer multi family will likely be an option, even if it means you need to refinance the first one, or sell it and 1031 into a better one. 

Estimating Rehab CostsI found these to be an astute introduction to for anyone looking to upgrade their life, knowledge, and situations....What Bigger Pockets books impacted you most? 

Explaining succinctly what you are going to do.3), tell your desires to be an investor to someone who would love to see you succeed.

I am a novice real estate guy but to my friends I'd be an expert. 

It might be an option and a good plan for the right investor.Just some things to consider and dwell on as you look to invest in OKC.

Have coffee at the kitchen table, and explain the benefits for them selling to you directly.