I think it all depends on how patient you want to be looking for a killer deal and presenting tons of offers, or else take the standard deal somewhere between list & 20% under list.

Be patient, buy well, be careful with your numbers and be ready to pull the trigger at a moments notice.

To the other posters point: transitioning from the paternalistic military life to civilian life will have it's challenges that are fundamental, and waiting until all the contracts for job are finalized.Be patient and if you like, keep posting! 

Watched / watching children grow up, spend plenty of time with family, out of debt, just bought another family home on oceanfront, cash.I never thought I would be in this position.You can do this, just be wise and buy the deals, don't be too proud to buy the low income housing deals, Go after the highest return, keep your emotion out of it, stick with it through the good and bad times..Be patient

Be Patient.

you will find some good deals here in town just be patient.  

The important thing is to get started but be patient with it as a poster above suggests.

Be patient and keep pounding!

Even so, as long as you're persistent and patient, I'm sure you can still reach your goals. 

Hey @Michele Stone I'd look for someone who:1.) is patient and good at explaining things.