You get incredible access to the big time Utah players which is great, but the networking with other students is also invaluable.We also get RE industry job opportunities that would normally be hard to find.I would be happy to share more about my experience if you're interested.Evan

Bridget, @Anson Young hosted an great Podcast that touched on wholesaling strategies:http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/09/05/virtual-investing-deals-heated-market-anson-young/In addition, there is a local REI meetup group that you can hit up for expanding your network and getting information regarding "bird dogging" techniques and general Denver market analysis and current events.

I also have another issue...may be nothing, and I know it may sound incredibly dumb.

Condition can make an incredible difference in value.

And, believe me, it was incredibly tough doing given how little money I had to start with and how difficult it was to get financing when I started (during the absolute bottom of the bust).I think your financing will now be 100 times easier but your deal finding will be tougher than what I had.I know it seems like a couple of houses really won't move the needle much.

Ramping up for my next purchase I've found myself visiting the site more often and felt like I should at least upgrade my account as a small payback for the incredible amount of knowledge I've gained here.

It never ceases to amaze me how many people still fall for the tips and techniques - it's hard to believe that infomercials still exists but they do and people make a lot of money off them.

ROBS is not a fringe technique.

@Joe Fairless What should be my marketing technique for lead generation?

(at the end of the day, that is all that matters to people in need) 4) Be creative (if saints and sinners can get into heaven I am sure there are multiple techniques to become a good negotiator.