You can't do that, that's illegal (from knucklehead lawyers, Realtors, and uneducated investors)

Actually doing it this way you can avoid putting a deposit down because the seller feels that escrow means the deal is done.Ok so you can go to your local real estate servicing store to get contractsHere in calif it is CAR forms Calif assoc Realtors or SAR SAcramento assoc realtorsForms are all over the internet tooJust read em real carefull from your opponents view point and mind set.And be sure to give yourself a way out that is fool proof.now take nikes advice

It also was 66% vacant when I purchased it and the tenants that were there were paying 50% market value for rent.Like Mike said it's very important to get a reputation for closing deals quickly and having a top notch Realtor working for you is a must.

Realtors aren't usually involved in that sort of deal.All that said, I've bought one house ages ago through a realtor where the owner financed with a very small down payment.

My Realtor told me that as soon as you list a house in the MLS you should be getting 3-4 showings per week and 2 offers per month if your priced right.If the price is right it only takes 1 investor.

From their realtor?

I will pay a 30%referral fee to all Licensed Realtors.

While I am going through the course, I will start contacting realtors to find one who will take me around to beat up properties that need a rehab.

I have a realtor friend that is strictly focusing on listing homes with the possibility of negotiating shorts.He's from Miami/Ft.

Well first of all, at least in my state it's not legal for someone to charge you a percentage of the deal for their services unless they are a licensed realtor.