Best way to build a buyers and sellers list is to hit up those networking events, connect with people and find out what they are looking forI'd suggest two networking events in townOne is held at the Red Neck Country Club hosted by Jet Lendingthe other is an event by White Picket Reality(also send me some info on your property i want to buy it)

Once I got a firm understanding of real estate (enough to be dangerous, but always continuing to learn) I went on to Step 2 - Preparing my finances.

If the question was brought up to the tenant, it would be best to keep it casual yet remain firm with your expectations so they don't develop the idea that you are leaneant with due dates.

Collections attorney and investor here;It is typically a good idea to find a reputable collections firm in the area you are operating.

I am not aware of any established firms in Tennessee that offer these services.Geography is generally pretty low on the list of criteria when selecting a provider.  

I think the cold call is a great way to followup after a mail piece, especially if you can get the owners number and not just a law firm. 

I firmly believe an investor's strategy should include leveraging other peoples' money to complete deals.

MicheleWelcome to BP, @Dave Hurt is hosting a BP meet up in January at his Brass Tap restaurant which would be a great start for you.  

Have Resolve - Decide firmly on a course of action.

For myself it is the fact that only one trader was convicted and went to jail out of the thousands of Jr. and Senior executives at the banks and securities firms who caused this calamity.