Some real estae agent web sites indicate the casual visitor can view MLS through their web site.

We’re looking for performers with 1-3 years real estate experience to join our web agency sales team!

I won't gamble money that my family needs for the necessities, but the money I'm using should go to paying off bills and filling an IRA.

Its hard to gamble with downtown right now when there is some very strong potential just in the normal market.And when you state that the current projects are doing fairly, if not very, well, I think that is very relative also.

You could be in Mainframes, networking, web design, web development, database administration, PC Support, etc.Rather than trying to grasp it all, grasp one really well.

I suggest using a pro to do this, you can do it over the web but if you mess it up your personal assets are at risk anyway. 8)

buying re, and basing all your profit (and success) on the possibility of it appreciating sounds more like gambling then investing.

Then, they are going to agree on an option price that's above market *and* doesn't mind putting down a 5K non-refundable deposit to take the gamble that he's going to be able to fix any problems that wouldn't allow him to buy that house outright in the first place.

Or if there's a good (as opposed to 'bad') web site or anything else that will help me grow beyond my current newbness.

I am also interested in networking with others in my area so I may also get some support and mentorship.Thanks to those that founded this web site.