I would link it, but that's beyond my skill level.

I realize that I'm far more cynical than your average person, but it helps me get by in business :)With that being said, there could be upside if what he said was true and you have the knowledge, experience, financial backing, and skills to turn around commercial properties.

Eventually, I would like to build something where disadvantaged kids in lower income neighborhoods have a safe place to play and study and develop their skills. 

Dont have much money but I do have skills and resources. 

I have been taking notes and my skills are I believe increasing because of all of you.The book sugestion is great and I will down load the reading material today to read.Thanks everyone

Now I really want to truly test my skills in the world of business without limitations.I chose real estate because it has always interested me and seems to have many possibilities.

There are good-quality turnkey providers out there, but no shortage of people who will take advantage of you.

. -  Personally, if I were the investor, I'd think less of your negotiating skill if you were to throw out a number to me as opposed to asking me what I wanted. 

There are a lot of us RTP area folks on here so you should have no shortage of other locals to connect with.

You're welcome. post back with any questions you have. i didn't wanna write a book on wholesaling, but there's alot more. getting familiar with estimating repairs is one of the most important skills a wholesaler can have.