I think what would really help other new investors reading this is to explain what role the mentor or coach played in you doing this big deal first.

I wanted to know if anyone had any time to educate me about it, explain what some tips and suggestions and educate someone who is a novice in that scene!

I hired an agent to represent me in the sale of my home and asked that she proceed with all correspondence with buyers agent  I explained to her that I would not agree to any purchase until I know what the comp down the street is under contract fo.

and push that loan officer. ( explain the situation , you still have a few days good... ))  orr find the way to pay cash .. ...   

Looking for recommendations of a simple book or straight forward (short) video that explains the benefits of real estate investing to a teenager.

Could you explain briefly why this is an issue for the lender?

Or should we explain in the posting the work we plan to do? 

Would you mind explaining a bit further?

From the little research, I just did it doesn't seem the like the Safe-T act will affect Chicago real estate a ton.Maybe you can explain the act a little better so that myself and others can understand, what your concerns are?

Can someone explain to me exactly what that means?