Like the title states..iv those qualifications at the Minimum.Im a very excited and motivated "Learning" Investor.Id Love to start Networking and speaking with people (esp in my area/Metro/Wayne County Area Michicgan) I posted about my Experience in Construction Not only to speak of my qualifications and "advantages" i may have over other beginner investors but also bc like i said im excited & MOTIVATED to learn every bit i can and get my first Deal on its way!

Your story is definitely motivation for all of us here. 

Owner early on if not in BK could be excited and motivated to do a short sale.

Yes,  here's my motivational speech...

A career that I can finally be proud of, have bragging rights, and where i can wake up every morning motivated and committed.      

THAT right there what gets me motivated to jump in.

While you can definitely find a deal on the MLS, the biggest problem is finding a seller who is motivated to sell, which is not easy to gauge by looking at a screen. 

I've heard people say to expect a call-back % of anywhere from 2-8%, and that seems reasonable as I'm already analyzing more houses than that monthly.Also, I've found a lot of good info on the site surrounding what to write on the letters and how to be cost effective when sending them, but I'm still unsure of how the negotiation process is going to go once a motivated seller calls me.

We've seen numerous times where David vs.

I'm extremely motivated and inspired to work my *** off (excuse the language).I've already read tons of articles here and I know what preliminary things I need to start with. i am currently working on a business plan, researching the market and the like.