Work on a direct marketing campaign and target the area you want to have or move properties at, look for a mentor in the area as well, you will save thousands of $$$ in the future. 

Any advice, direction, book recommendations, etc., are welcome.

This would NOT be a "land contract," it is a AITD or All Inclusive Trust Deed where the owner owns the property free and clear and completely finances me for the total amount, therefore since I wouldn't officially own the property until a later date, I am wondering what I receive to show that I am the basic owner for all "intensive purposes" in the meantime? 

I'm currently marketing directly to property owners in various ways and have been able to find off market opportunities that way.

Seems to me like any of the good wholesalers market to their buyers directly and anything that doesn't sell gets put on this site.

I'd recommend software from Rentec Direct. 

Originally posted by @Wesley Smallwood:ok thanks for the response John sounds like you have done these type of transactions  @wesley Smallwood the response was removed, are you able to PM me the response you received to this question?

Although there are still challenges (as with most older towns) things have been steadily improving for many years now - most residents love the place and are excited about the many amenities & general direction of the area.I would love to find a local wholesaler or other sources of good deals - any suggestions on where to look? 

I'd appreciate any information or direction to get this thing handled correctly.  

If so, please message me directly.