ROI for internet leads is hard to determine because most people want metrics within a month or two on how well the leads are working.

You can start "bird dogging" for investors or agents, setting appointments, finding leads, etc. while you learn the business.

Tell him a random guy on the internet disagrees.

The only difference is that it is done over the Internet.

Stuff like answer emails, schedule appointments, search for property leads, etc. my question is, how do you find those people?

I am a field broker meaning I pick an area, purchase leads, call for appointments and sell.

I uploaded all my documents into their system and my counseling appointments were done by phone. 

If you have that hustle, you will find that you can bridge a lot of relationships with other wholesalers and investors who don't have the hustle to grind out all the appointments.

@Jim Peckey just wanted to add that I have them fill out an emailed application that they can turn in at appointment that has a verification of employment form for them to sign (I modified one I found online), and also their signature for permission for me to contact landlords for history.  

how do you close on the deal after contacting owner and they accept.. is it just set up title company appointment to sign documents and wire transfer funds?