I want to develop a proper plan, build up my cash reserves and refine my education.

From the types of industry, employment rate, educational opportunites, training of work force, and family income.

Welcome to BP Nation Jason.Your question is difficult for me to answer simply because it is hard to say when the official day was that I started looking for a deal, but dont be surpirsed if it can take you a week, 6 weeks, or 6 months.The key is that you get educated, then apply that education without letting fear stop you.

You don't mention what kind of engineering, but chances are it will only help your RE education as well.

I focused the majority of my education on electrical, plumbing and HVAC.

It is easier to get information from your public servants when you are in town.

My friend disclosed that paying for the MLS was considered legal and an option most homeowners who want to sell their own homes do I had no idea if that was pricey or a reasonable fee Again I am not fully educated in all aspects of real estate, defiantly want to make it somewhat simple for myself and not end up loosing money by making mistakes.

Don't miss The BiggerPockets Podcast - they are great for learning how others are finding success.Oh - and here are my favorite articles on Wholesaling:9 Reasons You Couldn’t Find A Buyer For Your Wholesale DealDon’t Start Wholesaling Until You Read This: Wholesale Advice from a Fix and FlipperHow to Start Wholesaling: Getting Past The Education and Into the FieldOh - and be sure to set up some Keyword Alerts- especially for "Henderson" so you'll be notified when people mention it here in the forums.Thanks again for introducing yourself!

I am new to this myself, but for my education I am gonna try to answer the question directly concerning wholesaling it.

I was missing out on a lot of good inventory in 2009, I wish I had been more educated.......roll on 3 years and I was told by a broker who deals a lot with BOA REO's.