Being new, I found these numbers quite fictitious to deal with which is why I read up some on it.I agree that if you are an all cash investor, the NOI and CAP rate that you see is an actual figure you can work with.

I'm in Ohio, does anyone know, is there any way to get my real estate licence here without putting in the time, working under an existing realtor.

I recently got my real estate licence and became a realtor because I thought that was going to be easier to do my first deal when I had access to the MLS but now I realized that my big obstacle is doubt and indecision and I have to overcome that.

Do you think you can explain a little more on what you mean about being held as a real estate professional in the eyes of the law and also you mention about getting your real estate licence so you can look at properties freely, what do you mean by that?

I now heard I may need a landlord licence and landlord insurance.

I am currently licenced as an agent but am new to it and am looking to partner with a Broker that could use an agent in the field looking for properties for their investors as well as the normal assisting clients in buying and selling homes.I am also looking for other contacts in the area.

I wouldnt say that you buy houses cash unless you are buying houses with cash.I would also be careful how its worded as to not have people assume you are a licenced agent or broker.

They will have software that will tell you what if any licences you need to get into this type of business and they may point you in the right direction for regulations as well. 

I know many realtors who come up with fictitious values and always assume an appreciating market.

It doesn't make sense to get your licence for one transaction.Even more importantly, hiring an experienced broker who knows what they're doing will likely put more money in your pocket anyway!