Hey @Jay Hinrichs the tag feature did not work on the last post, but the 20% down payment and holding costs were covered by the 17k credit line I acquired from the other bank.

When you acquire properties you are paying real estate agents and/or wholesalers to broker the sales.

I was wondering where people are having success acquiring their investment properties (mls, direct mail, wholesalers, online auctions, sheriff sale, tax liens, hedge funds, notes, community land bank or any others I have not mentioned).

I'm working on acquiring my first property, but I am exploring all my options first.

While I don't know the Phoenix market very well, I've heard that employment trends have caused many investors to look into the MSA as a potential market to acquire in. 

I have recently placed it in referral mode and remain grateful for the knowledge acquired through the journey.

Nonetheless, I inputted my goal to time block 5 days a week from 10am-1115am to prospect and follow up to acquire new buildings.In 13,14 and 15 we where on a buying spree.  

My goal is to get into Wholesaling, and offering RI lower cost remodeling after acquiring property through me.I do have a question that I need answered.

Although, if you want to acquire more properties, you might consider banking the excess cash flow to use for the downpayment and make ready costs for your next rental property.

Jason Drewes good points on acquiring flood insurance even out of zones and didn't even think about hurricane insurance.