Most people start out with more time, and as they become successful begin trading time for money.

You may find an agent who would trade access for some administrative help.

@Ryan Smith - anyone who's in the investing or "associated trades" businesses are good to ask - Contractors, Printers, even Motor Mechanics who fix the realtors auto's may have had a chat with these guys in the past.Look for the properties for sale in your local "Investor" area's, and take down a few names from the "For Sale" signs.Try also checking the St Louis Realtors, not too far away from you I think?

We are presently engaged with a mid-sized multi-unit complex which was running at 50%+ vacancy as a consequence of mismanagement and inadequate re-investment.  

If you don't mind trading a few messages with me, I'd like to talk to you about your processes. 

I just join the site and would like to start being a home investor , I an skilled trades and would like to cross the line of being a skilled trades man to being a housing investor. 

Hi @Morgan HankersonYou definitely have the right frame of mind in seeking a mentor - a seasoned local investor can be invaluable in helping you learn the tricks of the trade here.I definitely struggled to find some great mentors myself, however, and I think that my experience could perhaps be of value to you!

So now the debate in my head is do I want to trade some lack of privacy for a modest financial gain?

I plan on holding on to the property for at least 10 years because of tax consequences if I were to sell.  

Hi @Danielle Davis, You definitely have the right frame of mind in seeking a mentor - a seasoned local investor can be invaluable in helping you learn the tricks of the trade here.I definitely struggled to find some great mentors myself, however, and I think that my experience could perhaps be of value to you!