I've been interested in investing since about August of last year, and I finally decided on my avenue and my target markets around mid April of this year after getting over some analysis paralysis. 

They are not very popular in my market (Milwaukee) either, but for no obvious reasons.

I have an extensive network of properties and being a licensed realtor myself I have access to things that aren't brought to market How did you finance this deal?

Has anyone deployed this method and found success?

Anyone have any recommendations for any of the following:-Local fix/flip mastermind groups or general real estate investing groups-Reputable hard money lenders with a good reputation - ideally one that has reliable contractor references-Fix/flip friendly contractors-Fix/flip friendly agent that has hyper-local market knowledge of North Dallas markets-Wholesalers worth talking to

It's an exciting step towards financial independence.To do so, determine your goals, assess your financial situation, and research the market.

I’m in the Charlotte NC market.

Of course they are many ways to find deals, but there are favorites that always work.If you are new or need help or are in tough markets like CA, WA or especially Socal or even in AZ or NV this is the way to go.One approach I like is to send post cards.

Construction lenders will look at the total cost and typically finance 75-80% of the project (right now its more difficult to reach the 80% threshold with market uncertainty).

We actually arranged a trip to see other markets and we’re blown off.