Most wholesalers give me the impression of people that have none of their own money to play with and are simply trying to insert themselves into deals that would happen anyway in order to skim some off the top, i.e. guys that don't have to pay to play.

"You dont get a second chance at a first impression" -Anonymous (Presumably, Oscar Wilde...)Being in the military has limited the necessity for research in civilian attire, but now that I am to commit to REI, it has become evident that I must bear a respectable appearance from the moment I step through the door -- any door. 

I am impressed with the seminar options.After a few minutes reading through these pages I realized it seems "house hacking" is what we are pursuing.

I am an O but I know several E-9s who have bought a 3/2 home at every CONUS duty station and now have impressive real estate portfolios generating solid passive income that they continue to reinvest.

I'm under the impression most HM lenders don't dabble much in this space, though I could be wrong.  

I personally exchanged messages with him, but, have not requested his services.You might want to view his profile and if impressed with his credentials, then, touch base with him.Good luck and best wishes with your REI activities.

Way to go @Michael Wessel 10 doors in 4 months is pretty impressive.

I was under the impression that any realtor is legally obligated to forward any purchase contract you choose to use (whether they like it or not.)

Let them know you are in bird-dogging wholesale mode and wanting to know if they want deals and if so -- what kind of deals.Don't try to impress them with what you know -- just let them know you are hard working and out to help them grow their business if they'll help you grow yours by taking deals that you work hard to find.

First impressions are HUGE!