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New to Wholesaling
I'm a 19-year-old community college student In the sandhills area, I'm trying to learn how to wholesale real estate with limited upfront cash. I know it takes a lot of brute force determination to get that first deal, so if anyone has any tips for doing it at my age, my area, who to look for or meet, or even just general things, it'd be very helpful. Thank you!
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- Charleston WV
When I talk to newer investors, I tell them not to focus on having a lot of money first. Focus on learning how to find opportunities and have conversations. Most successful wholesalers didn't start with a big marketing budget—they started by talking to sellers, making offers, building relationships, and learning from the market.
If I were 19 and starting over in a smaller market, I'd spend my time networking with local investors, attending REIA meetings, talking to landlords, driving for dollars, and learning how to analyze deals accurately. I'd also make it a goal to have conversations with property owners every week because that's where the real education happens. You don't need to know everything before you start. Consistency will teach you more than another 100 hours of YouTube videos.
Stay focused on one lane, learn how to comp properties, make offers, follow up relentlessly, and build relationships with people already doing deals in your area. Your age can actually be an advantage because you have time to learn skills now that can pay you for decades. The biggest mistake would be waiting until you feel "ready." Take action, learn from each conversation, and keep moving forward.