Originally posted by @Bac Nguyen:Also, you need to have an entity (LLC, S-Corps) for tax write off. ...Wow, some misinformation in that paragraph that hasn't been pointed out by the numerous intervening posts - so be careful when taking advice from Internet posts ;)  Where are the accountant and CPA BP members when such non-sense gets posted?

Petersburg/Clearwater area is known for its fine quality of life, recreational activities, and progressive community business atmosphere.It is part of an area sometimes referred to as the Sunbelt, which extends into the Orlando area and contains numerous vacation attractions, including Disney World, Sea World, Busch Gardens, and beach area resorts.Hillsborough County is geographically located midway along the west coast of Florida.

PODCASTS - take of advantage of the BP podcast, but also the numerous other podcasts out there that will help you formulate plan and help get your first deal.Enjoy and the best of luck you! 

[Sometimes, just giving good advice to others might result its own reward]...

I am a member of the local REI club and have attended numerous meetings, seminars, etc.

I have read numerous books and researched for countless hours on house flipping and after reading The Book on Flipping Houses I felt that getting involved in the BiggerPockets community is my next step.

Take numerous trips a year and many times work only 3 days a week. 

She has told me on numerous occasions that she wants to reject the offer, but every time I show up with it she refuses to let me in.  

I decided to specialize in duplexes since numerically, half occupancy is usually good enough to tide me over.

In my mind, I am looking for a partnership- someone that will work with me (which would involve a lot of teaching in the beginning), whom will benefit greatly by working numerous deals with me in the future.