@A Xiong I bet not many people have tapped into AK which probably makes it a really good place to mail.

I don't want to do the leg-work flipping houses any longer, but I enjoy being in the game.I would like to setup a system where I would Joint Venture with an active flipper for a few projects each year.

I plan to be active in here, plus up the savings account and learn as much as I can in the meantime.Regards,Austin

I see this was your first post, I know being active on this website is another great way to network.

Then I thought : "I don't have full control of the process here [can't force people to respond to me, I do have some time constraints, etc] but there is one thing I can control: staying active on BP!"

Although I live in IL, I will not actively look for properties to buy here for the above reasons.

If you are ready to jump and can only afford a C/D area, then your best bet is to find a solid property manager that works the neighborhood and can take the burden off you.

@Michael Coiffman  Personally if you think your credit will be in the mid 600's in only 6 months I would wait on buying and see if you have more financing options.If you're looking to buy right now then an owner finance deal would probably be your best bet. 

Take care of active consumer debt smallest to largest.

Best bet: Avoid this situation completely.