This includes putting in the time to learn how to run accurate comps for ARV, MAO, rehab costs, closing costs, flipper's profit, wholesaler's profit etc. but time and again I find that a lot of the information I am getting from various "gurus" isn't as helpful or clear as I would like it to be or their pie in the sky promises are just so ridiculous that I can't take them seriously. 

If you can consistently meet with 2-3 people each week, you'll quickly know lots of real estate investors in your community. 

No sense starting out in unfamiliar territory just because people promise you great returns.Just my $.02.

@Logan Freeman Thank you for the quick response.

My favorite is to negotiate a substitution of collateral from seller on the purchase money mortgage and quick sale the house.

If so that would be my first choice it can be processed fairly quickly. 

Most permits and PA hotel tax certificate are pretty quick to acquire in the Poconos/PA.

It's a small (quick) project but I've been having a hard time pinning down a good Architect for the job.Thanks for any and all help!

I saw a duplex for sale but the listing states hard money or all cash with a quick close.

I want to move ahead quickly in the real estate investment game and I'm just wondering what's the best and fastest way to do this.