Still, not sure how they'll react when we speak real numbers and mine is zero.How did I find you?

Hi Rey,I'd be interested in speaking with some consultants if you don't mind sharing.Thanks in advance!

3) Due Diligence (Local help in evaluating zoning requirements, quality of neighborhood)4) Contacting Owners (Filtering owners who are interesting in hearing an offer)5) Making Offers (May be making 10-20 offers a month, low yield)Is it likely that I will find skilled agents or professionals who will put in the work with me? 

-In speaking with the seller, I've already set him up to be open to the idea of me paying off the tax lien, paying him a monthly annuity, and eventually cashing him out. 

Solid plank vinyl or good quality laminate (in non-moisture environments) is excellent and lasts far longer than carpet, and is able to be repaired.We find that most tenants appreciate the hypo-allergenic properties of a non-carpeted environment.Just a thought for the future...

@Todd Moriarty - When we do mailings, we use yellowletterhq.com   They were recommended and their pricing/quality is on par with others

Does anyone have good resources for how I can discern which realtors are quality and which are not?

@Joseph Rath speak with a local mortgage specialist so you can position yourself and be ready to strike once your plans and money are in alignment. 

Its still a sellers market so sellers have the upper hand, generally speaking.

I'm under the impression that it differs from a REIT since a person would be investing directly into real estate and not into shares of a corporation that manages a trust.You would need to speak with a 1031 exchange organization or Realthyshares and get more information.