Because things don't always go well with folks who are financially troubled ...http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/311/topics/592...http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/311/topics/902...

If you haven't already, read through the this deal analyzing article. http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2010/06/30...I don't know your knowledge level so if you are just getting started, take the time to read and educate yourself on the math so you can be comfortable with what you buy.  

Basically I think the point of the podcast was how to get the bank to say yes but I believe he gave a bunch of really great tips on relationship building and presentation. http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/30...Hope this helps.Paul

@Tiesha Mobley Check out this podcast on MH http://www.biggerpockets.com/search/podcast?

Time to build the foundation below.Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere Check out BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginner's Guide - A fantastic free book that walks through many of the key topics of real estate investing.Check out the free BiggerPockets Podcast - A weekly podcast with interviews and a ton of great advice.

Have you read the Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing (http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing)?  

I would suggest starting with this great free guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingAs @Rob Scarborough mentioned above the podcasts are an amazing source of information as well.Good luck with BOTH of your new endeavors!!!!

Time to build the legacy and foundation below.Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere Check out BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginner's Guide - A fantastic free book that walks through many of the key topics of real estate investing.Check out the free BiggerPockets Podcast - A weekly podcast with interviews and a ton of great advice.

Start here: http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/1/blog_posts/60...Then check out the podcasts, there is a ton of great information to be heard.

Start by reading this: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingTake your time and listen to all of the podcasts, then you can figure out what niche fits your needs and abilities best.