Can REI still provide "The Good Life"?

[Zachary Gwin]

New to investing, I have questions and concerns...

1) Is it too late?

-The housing price market is rising, competition between investors has skyrocketed, and the competition will continue to increase. 

2) How does one excel and stand out?

3) How do I ( no cash, decent credit, no connections ) compete with cash buyers and the big timers?

REI for me is the means to financial freedom like it is, for what I'd like to say, all of you. As much as I truly LOVE my day job, REI can provide the opportunity for lasting wealth and the opportunity to explore all this world has to offer.

Can it still be done? Let me know what you guys think!!