I don't have very good credit due to poor choices when I was younger.

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Properties sat on the market for many more months and ultimately sold for less than we had offered.

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Thus, creative mailers are indeed a way to get the phone to ring and upon answering it is fairly contingent on your choice of area to farm and closing tactics to convert those RR to CR, and eventually snag that wholesale contract. 

You're responsible for your ultimate direction, but I'd be remiss if I didn't present the risks present that the guru reps didn't emphasize.

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Patrick Patel Not sure you've read this but could be a good place to starthttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/

Mostly cosmetic upgrades needed As a college student And first time buyer I'm looking for a house hack and ultimately to turn the property into a rental.I would love to hear what you have to say and any advice you would be willing to give.I am also looking for investors in Jacksonville who would be willing to have lunch and discuss the industry.

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