Would it be better to seek out FSBO or foreclosure properties to get into the market vs. waiting for properties to list through the realtor companies? 

This is the kind of PRE-FORECLOSURE scenario I am seeking, however this one is well outside my target price range and target location (Fort Worth, TX).Thank you,Alan

And while it is absolutely true that there are those who seek to profit by simply selling a dream, there are those who are ethical teachers.

Fundamentals of real estate are those aspects taught in state approved schools for those seeking a license, that type of education is non-existent here but there are comments in forums to that you may pick up,  if you recognize them.

Seek legal advice from an SEC attorney.  

The agent even had a sense of relief when I said I could buy it tenant occupied.  

I am seeking a small-deal hard money lender.

I'm currently seeking to secure a loan by using a free and clear home(owned by a friend of mine) as collateral to create a better risk to lender in which is due to my poor credit.

The IRA can seek financing and your retirement funds can be leveraged with a mortage.

I was contacted by a colleague based out of FL whom is representing a group of investors seeking off market properties as their buyer's agent.