Jeff88, while that is a good call, it is important to understand that many people see Real Estate as a much higher risk investment and simply don't have the knowledge or the cash flow to feel comfortable with it.Some of these business models are in realy excellent for cash flow while also allowing people the time to then get into real estate.In any event, I would suggest that people don't have to 'choose' between such a business model and property investing - I've chosen to do both, as well as running my construction business.So while the point you make is valid, the broader concept is that we use our cashflow (whereever it comes from) to invest in property, to build our long term wealth.

The point I'm trying to get at is that if you are truly looking at buying an island make sure to do an extensive due diligence, and don't take anything for granted- even basic stuff like water, waste and power.

After completing my due diligence on him and his company, I have come to the conclusion that he is an expert in the Land Trust field, is very knowledgable, and unlike the typical gurus, he is not selling $3000 workshops, products, or bootcamps.

before getting my license - i talked alot about realtors or "brokers" myself and said how they lacked knowledge or "gumption" or whatever.okay - the "broker" or owner - uuummm usually is an investor and a big one at that.

Hey Will,No license is need to do short sales, just a good working knowledge or how the process works.

I hope to gain more knowledge in this industry through people with alot more experience.

My main goal is to find some good friends knowledgeable in real estate, build business relationships, and share knowledge.

Each Club has its own personality, heartbeat and pulse.There are a few that are nothing but a complete waste of time, but there are others that really do hit the jackpot as far as offering knowledge, support and information let alone finding the one or two people that you can connect with that send your investing to the next level.While I have done a myriad of deals along every spectrum of the investing arena, right now I am loving the thrill of single family home investing because of the speed I can accomplish it at.If you are in Evergreen Park, maybe you should make it to a small networking subgroup I am going to in Oak Forest on Thursday night.

I'm sure you will gain tons of knowledge here!

I am curious to know.I also look forward to you sharing your knowledge with others on this forum.