It is the unfair way they take fees from their investors that makes them money.If you have time and professional skills in real estate, you may also raise money to form your own hedge fund.

I took some classes from Robert Kiyosaki which were very informative. although they just kind of tease you into the next level of their class so i really just want to cheat and get to know people that are skilled in real estate investing without spending thousands of dollars.

- All the new skills I've developed to estimate house repairs.

You said that you have done some contracting, so put that skill to work.

A lot of that is luck, some skill, location, and ambition.

Those are my prices -- I'm guessing other investors/builders could probably invest for less or more, depending on their scale, skills and finish level.

With earned credibility, and after some skillful and crucial conversations, young people will adapt to the new rules.

Being a seller's agent is where marketing and negotiating skills come into play.

I'd do it but only if that guy has a verifiable income, has a hefty bank account, can prove that they have the skills to rehab, and is willing to pay me a crazy interest rate plus a hefty deposit.There just has to be an easier way.Glenn

I hate to be the pessimist, but you are out of your skill box and should not be playing that game.