NoSoup

I've been hunting around the net for a bit now, and I've looked at so many sites trying to convince me to pay a fee to find investors my eyes are starting to water.

Basically, I am extraordinarily interested in starting a business - specifically a business involving real estate - that would involve purchasing properties outright.

Unfortunately, I don't have the capital that I would need to purchase these properties free and clear up front, and financing them may significantly decrease the profits.

Does anyone have any idea where I would find people that are interested in an investment opportunity? Can anyone recommend specific sites that would help me find investors?

Additionally, although I understand most small business investments are inherantly risky, because I am using the funds to purchase real estate, the chances of losing money are greatly diminished, although not impossible. However, I'm certain that my years of experience in the field, in this particular area, will reduce the chances even further.

I have no idea where to begin, really.

Unfortunately, small business loans are pretty much not an option for me for two reasons. First of all, I'd prefer not to finance the property, and secondly, I likely wouldn't qualify. I have very high credit (800+ scores) but I have two factors working against me. The first is that I am paid commission only from my current full time job, the second is that I recently switched companies, so although I have been in my field for a number of years, I haven't been with my current employer all that long.

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