But it is extremely hard to get anywhere with him, from asking where we are at with talking to seller agents, to even asking simple questions and having to send 2 or 3 e-mails over a few days in order to get a response.

Choose an area you are extremely familiar with.

The "cash is king" mantra will ultimately prove true, without adequate capital, it is extremely difficult and extremely stressful stringing deals together, and I suspect it ends up catching up to the majority of people that go that route.

I have an extremely demanding day job (60-80 hr weeks are not uncommon) and I do this on the side too.

I think the Aguaya case is an extreme example of attempts to abuse both the spirit if the law as well as living, breathing persons who were cheated. 

My sense is that Ben is extremely knowledgeable with many subjects.

Investing in Notes through your IRA or 401k, via a "Self-Directed" IRA/401k can be extremely lucrative however, you will need a Self-Directed IRA/401k firm to administer your retirement account.

Multi-family 100+ is extremely hot right now.  

These types of programs are needed and the default rate I believe is extremely low. 

I've been reading several post throughout the website these two have been extremely helpful http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing/ and http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2010/06/30/introduction-to-real-estate-analysis-investing/ I'm really looking forward to finally starting this chapter of my life.