I was misled when I made my investment, with Dutch frequently stating in public communications that RAD is “like family” and that funds would be returned easily if needed.

People care more about the appearance of kitchen appliances because they are in a public portion of the house as opposed to washer/dryers which visitors rarely see. 4.

We had to read some IRS publications when we were uncertain about a few things.

@John Lasher I considered it education, like a certification or minor degree.

I'm reading books and listening to podcasts and such but having someone I can shadow is a more valuable educational experience.

I am looking to join a mentorship program to help lower my learning curve and until I find it, I am educating myself with books, as well as YouTube University and great advice from the BiggerPockets community.I do work full-time in a career that I love and is very rewarding, but I also know I won't attain my goals with my current job.

Each change took a meeting, then two different public hearings, then a Board approval meeting. 

Research ways to use your education to help you qualify for a loan (did you know that some lenders allow college credits that translate directly to the line of work the graduate pursues to count towards work experience, accelerating the borrower's opportunity to get approved for a mortgage?). 

I've been on this platform for many years and, over the years, I've seen new members linked or part to Mexican real estate agencies posting educational content about investing in Mexico out of the blue shortly after becoming new members and then disappear as they realized that their efforts wasn't giving them the amount of business they were hoping for.

Quote from @Mack Lengel: Lots of great information out there and investing in good education will always give great ROI.