Just Getting Started - Atlanta

I got involved with Dean's program in December. Did the 3 day seminar, then the Boots on the Ground here in Atlanta where I live. Joined the success academy in January, went to the Buying Summit in March. I finally found what I think will be a great real estate agent. We shall see how that works out. This makes number 3 but she came recommended by another investor. I will be starting out wholesaling until I can pay off my education and start saving some of my earnings to be able to purchase some cash flow properties. From the resources I have been provided, I have about 15 buyers on my list.

One thing I have noticed here in my area is I am seeing bandit signs all over making it a bit tough. There appears to be a lot of competition. I haven't put them out in the past few weeks due to this. I am hoping my R/E agent will land me a few deals. Any suggestions???

Same thing goes for Craigs List and those type of sites. They are loaded with investors like us looking for cash buyers. I will be talking with my coach from the success academy today and will see what he recommends. It may be to just post like everyone else.

One of the hardest things I have found for myself is the time management. I do work a JOB right now so evenings and weekends are the only time I can work this business. I leave the house at 6:30 every morning. I just don't think I can get up any earlier than I do. It just makes for a super long day. I will try though. Again, any suggestions in this area would be welcomed. I just don't think I am using my time as well as I should.

I have enjoyed reading other postings. It is so nice to see that I am not alone in this venture. No money, new to R/E, scared to death...

I look forward to making new friends that are like minded. Right now other than REIA meetings and this site, I have no one to really chat with about what I am doing. I do need to mention my husband, Barry is in this with me. I am the one that is really doing all of the work and he is the supporter and trying to wrap his head around all of this stuff. He is a retired police officer. I have been in banking for almost 20 years and have a good deal of knowledge of the finance piece of things.

I hope to get some good advice.

Lisa