In my mind, I am using this to educate myself for future properties.

I am looking for a real estate agent that not can only find me great deals, but also offer the education and experience that I lack, and ultimately be a long-term investing partner.Thank you and keep working hard!

Just talk to everyone you can and don't be afraid to ask questions, but make sure you also invest in your own education so that you're able to have informed discussions.And, please, feel free to reach out anytime if you have any questions or just want to chat!

And it many times takes some education for the lenders.2.

that book really enlightened me to which now I am taking my first step which is joining here so I can educate myself more about investing.

Good luck and get educated!

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

I'm unsure about those programs specifically but generally speaking, you will find credit unions are easier to work with than banks  I would try Educators Credit Union or a small local bank like Waukesha State Bank. 

But look at it as an education. 

I live in San Antonio, TX, and the area I am looking to get the house in is an area with a lot of things to do around it, and next to two large educational institutions and a few big San Antonio attractions.