So glad you've already plugged into the Bigger Pockets podcast - that was a huge source of education for me when I first started.You mentioned that you had solid mortgage brokers lined up, but if I could add from experience...I would recommend that you talk to multiple lenders (banks, mortgage brokers, credit unions, etc.)

I agree you definitely do not want to start with the Auctions.Regarding Direct Mail Google "Direct Mail for Real Estate Investors"  and search right here in Bigger Pockets for reviews on direct mail vendors. 

Go thru all the Forums here in Bigger Pockets and use whatever you like as your ideas and you will also find as many guest speakers as you like. 

I'm relatively new to Bigger Pockets but I am a "value guy" -- LOVE unlocking value where it is going undiscovered.

Hi Everyone,  I've been watching Bigger Pockets for about a year now but this is my first post.  

I came across Bigger Pockets and was instantly intrigued, not only by the way they explained real estate investing to a newbie, but by the challenge it can create creatively and mentally.

I suggest contacting two or three local property manager's to help assess the marketplace, location and get their opinion on rents.

Disclaimer, I haven't used this, or even purchased my first property yet, but Integra Realty Resources is mentioned in the bigger pockets podcast as a source of cap rates, I think it was episode 265 with Andrew Propst.

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I recommend following Dave Foster here on Bigger Pockets.