Just a young 24yr old with lots of energy and curiosity to learn and make some goals become reality!

Yes, they take a little longer to dry clothes (which is why they are coupled with high-efficency / high-spin RPM washers), but use a fraction of the energy.

If a risky applicant is not willing to sign a M2M lease be thankful that you dodged a bullet.

Find someone that could benefit from your energy and commitment. 

Passive marketing (receiving calls) is going to cost you money, active marketing (calling your database and cold calling) will cost you energy.

With the amount of energy you will put into getting and keeping a licenses, you could close a few dozen deals a year on your own at 20-30% below market no problem.

If you want to stay in REI, I would recommend biting the bullet and getting a PM - its going to make your life so much easier.Now, a more complicated option (but one with some great long-term benefits) would be to consider a Charitable Remainder Trust.

If you value your time/energy/stress level for a 6 month process (max 180 days) at more than $10k, then maybe it isn't worth it to you.

Dodged a bullet with that one!

. $1000 on a roof from a reputable company vs tracking down some one if things go wrong... not something I would want to spend time/energy/money on.