The challenge that I have is wanting to correct all the DIY and lipstick on a pig improvements that have been done throughout the years.  

I'm going to be looking to get my realty license primarily to benefit my own investing ventures rather than actively looking to take on clients as a stream of income.

Cross posting as I cannot edit the post in the other forumI'm relatively new here and have ventured into real estate investment over the last two years with two single-family homes (SFH).

On the other hand you have the seasoned investor who has been able to completely quit their W2 job and are full-time real estate investors; these investors typically have built out a team in place and are not limited by the time they have to invest into their venture.

Searching for investors and properties in residential and multifamily sectors sounds like an exciting venture.

This should be the very first document you prepare.Lender Instructions to direct escrow and title with your lender's specific instructions, including loan position, various insurance requirements, dealing with certain liens, and a pile of others.Lenders Title Insurance policy with proper endorsements.Fire and liability insurance policy (NOT a homeowner's policy)AppraisalI could go onAs I said, this is not a DIY job.

If your local market is too expensive, don't be afraid to venture out of state. 

There have been times when I do a diy and it comes out great and then there is times when it does not.

@Daniel King most DIY landlords use whatever works for them and their tenants.Just NEVER collect cash in person!

I am beginning my venture into the world of real estate investing.