I suggest searching your particular regions and making a lot of phone calls.  

It is rare when I dont answer my phone.

Ever considered farming the phone numbers on your list with skip trace tools and dialing potential sellers directly?

Ok so I can't seem to paste pics from my phone on here.

What are some clever ways to really get your phone ringing when you're trying to start a lucrative wholesaling business?

It is hard to get in and contribute to the forums with school and work but from what I have seen the networking that is done here is an invaluable asset.If you haven't done so already, I would suggest downloading a podcast streaming app for your phone to listen to the BP podcasts in your car.  

I'm also investing more time on learning better sales and negotiation, to get more great deals under contract.I'm getting in the habit of making every single day a networking opportunity while interacting with people out in public & I ALWAYS pick up the phone when it rings.

State regulations make things complicated so I'm skeptical that it will ever replace the agent; however, technology is taking the place of so much human production that it wouldn't surprise me to see some platforms simplify the process for the even the casual browser.I looked for the app for my Android, but only T-Rex apps displayed.  

If someone is looking down for instance when they walk, playing with a phone, etc. you are inviting an attack.

This will help vet those contractors looking to take advantage of folks, in particular since you’re investing from afarFocus on punctuality and communication – did they show up on time, did they return your call/email in a timely fashion, do they keep a well maintained vehicle, do they communicate in a professional mannerVerify IDOnline search of their name and companyReferences with phone numbers, and previous work – call the references, find out the type of work done, does the type of work they’ve done match with what you’re looking forGet a detailed, written scope of work (SOW) along with a detailed, itemized contract – define the payment scheduleHow will the payments be structured –are they asking for money upfront (potential red flag)Hire a licensed, insured contractor that is in good standing with the Better Business Bureau, and the local consumer protection agency; check the license number, insurance policy, and bond.