Along the way, I've started to pick up some of the lingo and structure of what goes into financing a deal. 

I'm a fairly new real estate investor with only a few small deals under my belt.I was recently speaking to a big time investor in my area and really just trying to pick his brain.

You can build a relationship with the seller and can pick up clients easier. 

Real estate is a good investment, and it is steadily rising as a promising investment option. Provides cash flow, and the value usually increases and gives a substantial return on investment. An ideal investment that ...

Beers or lunch on me so I can pick your brain some more.

Test drive 3-4 and pick the one that works best for you. 

I have the area pick out, the price range and the condition of the property I am looking for.

Pick your market, set your numbers, trust your instincts and go to work.

The problem is; it is difficult to find someone who will watch your back and by the time you realize you picked the wrong mentor you already invested and lost a portion of your hard-earned money and the only thing that was guaranteed before you invest your money based on another person's advice is that person will not refund your money.I sort of have a hatred for people have the titles Financial Advisors, Investment Specialists and my biggest hatred is for Stock Brokers.

I got similar occupancy rates - average 60-65% occupancy, +80-90% in the summer (peak in Aug) slows down a bit in the Fall and picks up again in the Winter.