Hello All,Say I was able to find the email address of an absentee owner, would it be advisable to reach out to them directly via email?

Try multiple lenders, including direct lenders, not just brokers.  

Tomorrow the final coat will be applied, and by the day after the handyman and I will be able to walk on it and start doing finishing jobs like fans, lighting, quarter rounds, and blinds.We also have a tenant lined up with the lease due to be signed this Friday, at the hoped-for rate of $650/mo.  

Multi-Family with NO Certificate of OccupancyI have discovered I am in a deal to purchase a houseand units with seemingly NO Certificate of Occupancy from the City.It appears these are supposed to be applied for by the original contractor,however the city has NO record.These units have been renting since 1951,does anyone have experience in this area ?

We advertise online through our PM software (Rentec Direct), which syndicates with several websites.  

I work with a large group of investors in the valley that have a lot of experience that can get you going in the best direction.

MLS, wholesalers, direct marketing, auctions, etc.

Hello Tim,I may be able to point you in the right direction.

I thought my best bet would be to become an agent so I could learn how the real estate market works, gain capital, and most importantly create relationships with people who can show me the ropes and point me in the right direction.

In my personal investing, I've found that my  best opportunities for creative financing come when I'm able to speak directly with the seller.