Maybe get creative with your finances to see how much you can sock away in a short amount of time as a starting point.Set up some key word alerts to get e-mails about topics and geographies that interest you.

You can also try setting up some Keyword Alerts with the same aim.

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@Matt EllisThanks for the shout out MattI basically have three or four strategies going at onceC&D areas absentee landlords wholesalingA&B areas, good school districts, lease option assignments, subject to, wraparound mortgageSometimes I run into a minor rehab, but does not have enough equity, and I'll do a joint venture with the seller.

Can I assign a contract if it is already listed with a realtor? 

Assign or sell the option to a capable buyer, and make a  profit.On the commercial side, you will have to do more homework, and your upfront cost are more.

If you haven't yet- be sure to setup some "Keyword Alerts" to get into conversation in your target area.Seeya around!

Also, if you haven't yet, try to setup some "Keyword Alerts."

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