I would like to flip homes, and eventually have a handful of free and clear, buy and holds that generate $1000-1500/mo each.In 2001 I ordered a Real Estate Agent course online that was going to prepare me for the state test but at that time in my life I wasn't as dedicated as I should have been, so I never finished the course work.

As well the best study guides/booklets that can also help prepare me for the exams.

But, you better be prepared to do a LOT of work to screen these "investors," screen their deals and then oversee their projects to ensure that your investments are protected.Like I said earlier in the thread, your better bet is to just add more deals to your own pipeline if access to deals isn't a problem for you. 

This is to help those potentially looking for loans now or in the near future so that they are prepared.

Prior to our arrival, you would assist in preparation of our arrival and possibly help to get done one or two things prior to my arrival.All you need is to initiate the process that will enable me to transfer the funds that will be required as soon as we have finalized and agreed to the terms of business.

I'm meeting with the condo owner this morning and want to be fully prepared to make the right decision.

I find that my better tenants are typically the ones who were looking for an apartment 2-3 months or more in advance.If you advertise now, just be sure that it is clear when the move in date is, and be prepared for people who won't read the ad and expect to move in immediately.  

Most all lenders will require some "skin in the game" or a downpayment.Down Payment: I've seen as low as 10%, 20% is more common, and 30% is a safe number to prepare for.

Some things I have done to prepare:- Set up google voice number- Start building a webpage- Contact Jerry and read through the supporting documents he provided (call scripts, lead trackers etc..)- Listened to 102 total BP podcasts (slowly working my way through them all)- Read UBG to wholesaling and several other forum threads / blog posts (Jerry / Michael Quarles are favorite two resources so far)Things I still need to do:- Send out first batch of letters- Finish website- As deals come in, find ways to automate / streamline lead sourcing and tracking- Improve ability to estimate rehab costs (my two rental properties were bought out of REO and cash flow nicely but needed <$5k of rehab each, so have not experience a  major reno yet)- Practice call script, objection handling etc.. to be better prepared for speaking with potential sellersI would greatly appreciate any insights from the seasoned vets out there.

I've been reading, listening, learning, and preparing for my first purchase in B'more.