So they signed on 2 apartments with a rent $40 higher than the previous landlord was charging and one person saw a bunch of work trucks and talked to my contractor about what was being done (who would be an AWESOME salesmen).

Alternatively, find a reputable local experienced get and JV with them 50/50 and provide credit/cash or deal/credit.

I believe the best way to achieve this is to buy and hold single family homes, but I am certinaly open to alternatives

Lots of turnkey guys, wholesalers, landlords and property managers from Memphis on here and the turnkey alternative. 

The vanity tag on his truck ...............FISHFD

So, I bought a new primary residence a year and a half ago with cash. I'd like to take out a LOC on it to use for fix & flips and/or buy & hold acquisitions. Problem is, I don't have any W2 income since I don'...

Greetings,I have been retired 3 years now. I consider myself financially secure but a bit too exposed to the stock market. Looking for ideas that won't have my dealing with tenants. I would enjoy meeting like minded f...

Plus he owns all the tools, truck, trailer, etc.  

Alternatively, show me why it's a not ready yet.

The alternative of the first vacating their foreclosure plays to your hand in being able to foreclose and have your best shot at recovery.