Seems like passion and motivation just isn't enough!

[Gustavo Martinez]

man... i have been studying, listening to EVERY single bigger pockets podcast, read Brandon's books and i have annoyed most of my friends by just talking about Real Estate and how much it just MAKES SENSE but i cannot ( i hate using that word) figure out a way to purchase my own property. I have short credit history, just switched lines of work (from food service to insurance adjuster) and have no savings, my parents have no equity on their house, none of my friends seem interested to join me so it has me asking... is passion and motivation enough? I am so pumped to do this that even though i lack experience i would do anything in my power to just make it happen. I am having a hard time finding real estate investors in my area, i'd love to chat and pick your brain for a bit or even better work under you as an assistant and help out in any way i can to get some experience. Any advise is GREATLY appreciated, you guys are great! Thank you.

[Bill Gulley]

Like many, you're motivated but lost. Learn real estate before trying to deal in real estate, learn the basics. To be a good operator or investor you need to know more than what Realtors learn to get a license, start there, the rest will be understood. 

Then build relationships. to hook up with good partners or investors you'll need to demonstrate knowledge. Good luck :)