I also have a W-2 job, which helps with qualifying for loans but sure can be a distraction at times

Now you are arguing over deposits and remodeling again for another buyer or to a neutral standard.Not to mention that it's just a distraction!

Cons: Taking a lot of time out of my days to get the license, costing valuable $$ that could be going into DM campaigns, and a little nervous it's distracting me from taking my eye off the prize - in other words is this just one more place I am choosing to get more educated rather than just diving in and making deals.

You are distracted by a shiny object, but you don't have your plan completed yet. 

In general most people get too distracted with the background noise of "having a business" that they forget to actually do business.I have been checking CraigsList, calling FSBO's and making moves toward doing, but have yet to close my first deal.What are your goals?  

I got a little distracted and looked here too late, but I will keep an eye out for the next one.

., 2% rule) can be a distraction from quality cash flow and should likely be ignored in your case.

Also, there are no other visual distractions nearby. 

Austin might just might have a bigger shiny object of distraction. 

I work hard, limit distractions and I'm ready to learn.