Susan- have you, yourself , had any first hand involvement with either of these 2?

I have seen many articles on bigger pockets about Short Sale Riches, the McLaughlin and Jurewicz program, but what I haven't seen, is any evidence that anyone has achieved anywhere near the level of success that is promoted on the Short Sales Riches website.

It's what we do with passive income, compounded interest, rental overages and etc.This is a much more arcane means of achieving a perception of security.

I just don't have the first hand experience and so am looking to partner up with someone, give them more of the profits, but make a little bit of money and, by far most importantly, learn in the process.Is partnering with a seasoned wholesaler/investor like this a good strategy?

I'd want to know what the best route is to achieving my ultimate goal.

Instead partner with a local investor actively doing short sales and learn first hand.

What I really wish to achieve is find out information about classes that are worth paying for or great books.

I have a feeling that seasoned investors would disagree, but if you are a newbie (such as me) and your main focus is to make money, however it's going to happen...and if you are assured or plan to profit an acceptable amount on the deal...then do what it takes to achieve that specific goal.

Even if I buy wrong, I have the capital to carry me through mistakes - that and time will get me on track for the next acquisition.I have no doubt over time I can build my portfolio and achieve my goals, but trial and error is by no means the most effective method.

Tax Sales - Be very careful...I am a broker, but also have first hand experience - unfortunately or not.