In your first year, your online credibility base is everything.

It is probably not the easiest book for an entry level investor however the author does a good job at making it worth while for all investor levels.  

You never know where the next deal can come from...Cold calling (as mentioned above)Direct mail campaigns (doing this one myself)Joining local meetup/RE clubs in the area (goes back to Networking)Driving for dollarsEstablishing credibility with brokers (I have a blog post on this one)MLS/Loopnet/CoStar - I know they say if it's on one of these it's not a good deal but you'd be surprised how many inexperienced agents get commercial listings and don't have an established buyers list.

The underwriter who I talked with says that before she can underwrite the "Additional Ensured Endorsement" (apparently what I need to keep the title insurance), I need to get "Record Deed" and "Statement of Authority" drawn up by a lawyer.  

Additionally, some landlords have benefited from including a clause that explains what would happen if an unauthorized pet is found in the apartment.Example: “A fee of $500 is due immediately or at landlord’s discretion for having a non-authorized animal on the premise at the time of occurrence.

It may not always bring exactly what you are looking for but having the track record adds so much credibility to you and your company.

If you have not applied to the housing authority to participate in the program, had them inspect and approve the property, etc., then it may be a moot point - the property is not even approved for Section 8 (at least that's how it works here).Secondly, you have clearly established and published screening requirements.

As Tyson is suggesting, what skill are you able to bring to the table where credible investors would want to invest w/you.  

I'm curios at 21 and being your first flip, I'm assuming not a lot of credibility behind you and your company's name.. how did you get the financing for it??

Hence, the partnership often creates a LLC, manages the incoming wire as an intermediary step otherwise it would certainly be botched by the closing company as its a full time job for about 7-10 days during the wiring event....and then puts that into escrow w/the closing company.Yes, having credibility w/investors is important but when the investor signs the subscription agreement the LLC becomes obligated to purchase the property or there would be legal ramifications.