I was so "into it" that I registered and started an investment club - the Boise Stock Exchange, where I taught my techniques to others (for free - it was a meetup group).I was met with skepticism from other traders, simply because they had; never traded futures, had heard horror stories about trading futures, knew nothing about how to trade futures, and could not fathom the amount of risk I was taking or the leverage ratio I was employing.  

Originally posted by @Brian Gibbons:don't be a one trick ponyUse sub2s, lease option assignment, JVs w sellers in minor remodels in addition to wholesaling Make money every monthApril thru August is the time to crank it I am targeting sub2, cheap rentals, wholesale, 1031 exchanges, mortgages, anything I can get.

For example, in exchange for his hard-won knowledge and advice, you give him a small percentage of your first profit.

Perhaps you could ask an investor friend in your local area who has done this type of work to give you a hand (once the tear out is complete) and to supervise what you're doing in exchange for dinner/drinks/pizza/etc.

A few tips for the newbie in exchange for coffee at Mylo's?

During this time, either party can walk away with NO PENALTY because there is no money exchanged.  

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I have invested in numerous other markets and I'm always open to a good deal.In addition to investing, I have taught from numerous stages as well as one on one with many beginning and thriving investors around the country.Glad to have found a great forum to exchange ideas and help.Regan

Its nice to know there are folks still doing this and making money for the effort.If there are others in and around Tampa who would like to partner/share/exchange/anything, I am completely open to making new connections and meeting others in the industry - PM me.Thanks for the input so far.