$ that was ignorant of the system, because it was from the average John/Jane Doe who were knowledgeable and informed on everything involved in there sphere of life, in REAL life, groceries, fixing a mower, there job's, raising kid's, LIFE, not trading. 

We used to live in Oz so I can relate to the lifestyle down under.

Your sphere of friends and family won't enlist your services yet because they'll know you're new and inexperienced. 

Are you telling me 9 oz of corn went up $3. 

The one truly great thing I can say about Oz Realty is Lonna.

@Leo Gregoire, a typical first step after you are situated with your brokerage would be to reach out to your "sphere of influence".

I have a unique situation where investment in real estate might post challenges, primarily in the financing sphere. 

If you have equity, consider pulling out money to invest with a home equity line of credit.Also, because you have a schedule that can allow you to actively work as a Realtor, I would encourage you to get your real estate license, as I did, and begin networking with other local investors and helping your sphere of influence buy, sell, and invest.

My advice is focus HEAVY on your sphere.

I look forward to becoming an active member in the BP sphere!