One thing that stands out is that they all have specialized and focus on a niche. 

@William Bohan,I like your thinking of focusing on the actions that create more value.

@Jason MalabuteWe recorded a podcast with Ivan about six months ago, and although he may have used bridge financing in a couple deals, the way he's scaled his company and the fact that he is vertically integrated gives me the feeling that thesis going to be in this business for the long term, and focuses heavily on operations.Here's a link to his show --> https://jakeandgino.com/real-estate-wisdom-lessons-from-ivan...Gino

I sat out the boom bust since 2008 and focused on returning to full health after a spine injury.

I would focus on serving the draft team so well, that they keep you.

I'm a licensed contractor focused on interior remodels, and a realtor as well, reach out if you have any questionsBest,Ryan

Some investors focus on a target profit instead of strict percentages.As for hard money, it does reduce profit, but it allows you to scale faster and keep your cash for other deals.

Most focus on the sale, not the relationship.The second reason most people don't work with BP agents is because of their behavior.

I'm a wholesaler and flipper focused in SE Idaho.

I would focus on getting a solid job/career then going into a house hack.