I am new to bigger pockets, I am a licensed plumber in Northern California I would like to start obtaining rental properties 

I’d love to share some insights that might help guide you as you build your business and investment strategy.Step 1: Focus on Building RelationshipsSince you’re new to the game, leverage your wife’s new license and start networking with local investors and realtors.

To run an STR here you get a hotel license. 

Texas licensees are not allowed to pay non-licensed individuals for referrals.

I am a licensed real estate agent, but the only transactions I have done have been my own.

I've been trying to find out if I can bird dog in Texas without a license.

(I am also a licensed agent in the same state).

MIGHT.For anything else, use the full owner finance scenario: deed, promissory note, deed of trust...Close at a title companyUse an RMLO and loan servicerNo balloon earlier than 60 months (not recommended at all)Sales price = licensed appraisal (MAX). 

If they are a licensed Contractor in most states that means they have insurance and a bond.

I achieved this by obtaining my license, which allowed me to broker deals until I saved enough money to purchase another property.Furthermore, you may want to partner with others.