If you like them, and they seem like a good fit, then ask if you were to find some deals, if you could bring the deals to them for them to buy and then offer a 60/40 split (they get 60%) if they'll agree to walk you through the process of closing on it/selling it.

Then join a local REI group and begin using this formula to overcome your fear of the unknown....Definite Goal/Plans + Faith + Emotion + Action  = All Human AccomplishmentFaith = Knowing you can accomplish your goal / Self ConfidenceEmotion = Feeling you can accomplish your goal / objectiveIf you feel that you are deficient in any element, focus on working on that until you feel you're ready to take action.I wish you the best.

How do you go about this process when you are dealing with a realtor. 

It will be slow going at first, it always is, but in the beginning you are laying the foundation for you future RE empire, so it is critical IMO that you do not try to side step or shortcut the process.

Brandt is correct, there is no place in business for emotions, leave your heart at home where it belongs.

And repeat the process again and again  that's my point .

Be prepared for a ton of phone calls and "stop by's" in the process if you involve them in the front end 

Has anyone gone through the process of creating their own LLC in the state of Michigan?

PM me if you have any questions about the short sale process.

Did it so I could learn about the process.