I think the most important part is a willingness to learn and succeed plus just knowing your goals and pushing forward towards them.Each market has its challenges and PDX area is no different. 

And you want it to succeed.

You have to kiss a lot of frogs to succeed so you need to be money ready and have VAs.2.

Because first and foremost it requires you getting INVOLVED, putting in some rep's, and if you won't get involved and won't put in the rep's you will never, I repeat you will NEVER succeed in investment real estate or any business venture EVER, full-stop. 

I want fixed rate for at least 5 years and at a good rate that gives the operator a lot of leeway to succeed.6.

I want you to make the decision that is best for you, I don't have an interest in any way other then seeing a fellow BPer succeed.

Ultimately, courses can be great for structure and guidance, but real learning often comes from doing and connecting with experienced investors actively succeeding in your niche.For many, podcasts, books, and courses are just entertainment. 

Some will succeed at having a roof over their head.

It may take a few years to get there, but you'll start from a strong foundation and be far more likely to succeed.

Those investors want Brandon to succeed not shut him down..