It is very easy to get ripped off. 

@Kyle Klinethe best way to build initial capital for RE... is from a W2 job.private money isn't really a beginner strategy... and if it were easy to fix and flip to generate capital, we'd all have side flipping businesses. 

In my opinion, Maverick and Hipster in good faith could have done more because Maverick had referred us to ABC Baltimore (and Hipster had connected us to Maverick).

But all these wholesalers must be selling to someone.How do people connect with credible wholesalers?

There's a ton of competition for real estate and it's crucial to make the most of every chance you get to connect with your audience. 

That is in no way shape or form, the easy way to get the property.

Houses in disrepair sit on the market longer in st thomas because there isnt an easy way to finance these properties. 

I've connected with a few international developers as well as many international investors here on BiggerPockets.

I worked for an investor for several years and learned a lot (he used BP Investors) and love the industry- I’d love to make some connections here.

If you want to get some feedback, post your question here, not just that you want to connect.