Yeah I'd be a little apprehensive to invest in Lowell,Lawrence but as long as the #'s make sense I agree I'd go anywhere too.What you say makes a lot of sense, I feel like I have been doing a lot of reading and learning on this site and in general, plus being a broker and younger guy I have some tools to get in the game.

Any time you have a particular question, never hesitate to ask on the forums.Take advantage of the search tool on the top right corner to look up subjects that may interest you like "direct mail marketing" to find better deals not on the MLS!

Here is a tool from Dave Ramsey to help:http://www.daveramsey.com/mobile/gzbudget/Start paying off your debt and start saving.Build up an emergency fund for yourself (6 to 8months livings expenses)Then build up a fund for RE cash reserves.

Nolo press books at the library, gale databases at the library, the online sites are all basically diy.

This year, I've decided mostly to focus on flipping houses because I don't think I'm ready to get involved with landlording or hiring property managers, etc.I just joined my local REIA Tampa Bay chapter and will begin attending meetings, but I'm hoping to learn more about certain things online as well, things I've been having trouble narrowing down in the forums.I'm wondering about:•How hard money lenders work, and how you communicate with/propose deals that a person in that position.

I've used these 2nds to allow investors to reposition their equity and arbitrage the capital in better performing opportunities as well, it can be a great planning tool.

I had the higheast bid on a online action through Hudson & Marshall.

You may also find their Basecamp tool useful for project management.

After graduating from college a year ago I've been learning the ropes of real estate investing through this site, through various books (Rich Dad Poor Dad series especially) and some freelance work.As good as the books and online material out there are, I'm looking to work for an investor so I can learn the nitty gritty of the business and get started investing myself.

I also see paperless billing, and the ability to do almost anything online-- in 75% of the states I invest in.