Ask opened ended questions about why they are selling to find out how motivated they are.

It will take talking to a lot of community banks if you don't have additional funds to showcase liquidity reserves and a higher net worth, as the loan will be full recourse.Partner up - combine your equity with a couple other investors to have 30% equity ready for that $1 Million property. - Tim

I was able to find a couple of people in my local area that really opened the door for me to additional contacts. 

Additionally, I would absolutely connect with a wholesaler.

Sounds like you have the classic example of finding a “deal” but finding out it’s not motivated seller.

I am an self-motivated individual looking to get in the Real Estate game.

(credit cards, cash, additional borrowed capital)-What are the biggest mistakes you made when starting off in the fix & flip arena?

The realtor's communication with this tenant does not seem to be helping. 2) If she actually moved in, it is 95% likely she may have additional tenant protections due to her age and medical condition.

They simply are not motivated. 

This is how I explain it to all of my motivated sellers.