It's a numbers game as to how many actually close.  

I understand (and agree with) not engaging in mortgage fraud and not fibbing when buying a government owned home...but just a regular ole' bank?  

I am not an agent and I don't have any "skin in the game", but there are a few properties out there that could work for somebody that has cash and time.

Just be wary that playing spreads in such a market is often like a game of hot potato.

Are there any seasoned wholesale investors willing to school me to the game?

:) Quick Facts: - Bachelors in Nursing: UCLA- Masters in progress in Family Medicine Nursing: UCI 2017- Recently Engaged! 

Using leverage or other peoples money (OPM) is the name of the game.

Those that know how to "play the game" can drag things out for 2-3 months before you get your property back!

Another thing that comes to mind is learning to spot which tenants will be problem tenants before purchase, and prepare a game plan throughout the year-whether self-managing or managing the managers.  

Then moving into fix and flip and eventually, holding properties for passive income...Over teh last few months, I have engaged myself in extensive (REI..) training.