These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

I am also a huge fan of real estate and for the past 50 years there's been a way to combine both.By leveraging a Self-Directed IRA, real estate investors enjoy both the traditional advantages of property ownership and the additional tax benefits of retirement accounts, creating a powerful wealth-building strategy.

We look at lenders (so long as they lend in the asset class you are considering) as an additional line of due diligence (they deeply care about their money and they are likely more sophisticated than you are).

They will have additional costs for mailing & online campaigns to get leads.

This will provide you experience, a story to tell, and the credibility needed for adding additional clients.I'm happy to discuss more.

In addition, I have my home that I recently purchased with a tad of equity for maybe a Heloc. 

Feedback has not suggested property needs additional repairs/work, only that they are looking in a different area.

Becoming a real estate agent is a good idea to gain experience, but you could also explore property management, wholesaling, or working with an investor to build your network. 

No obligation—just an opportunity to explore what makes sense for your goals.

If you’re not already using similar software, I’d highly recommend exploring these options—they can save you a lot of headaches down the road.