I really liked one idea I read in a book (forgot which book) that goes like this:Record a very long voice message (3-5 minutes) that converts desperate homeowners into interested sellers.

Thanks for the feedback.

Hi all,I'm very new to real estate investing and have been reading through the forums and guides to decide my niche and how I want to structure my first investment.

Make sure to read the Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing

I'm just as inexperienced as you so I can't offer much but I've been reading books and forums relentlessly.

I've been studying for the past 4 month my Real Estate Sales course and been reading REI books, listening to BP podcasts and gaining as much information as possible.

Read your contract and make sure you get paid any late fees collected.

utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=emo-sendtofriend-hdp)Any suggestions, guidance, feedback, strategies etc ?

Here are a few recommendations for you: Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts Read Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing Check out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/Wishing you the best!                  

Have you already read the Beginner's Guide here?