The stadium deal downtown is also going to transform the city in ways us locals can't yet comprehend. 

My beef with the people who teach this are(1) they imply this is somehow related to real estate investing; it is not(2) they imply you can be successful with only the knowledge they teach; this is not true, you need managerial and business skills and knowledge to a degree way beyond the scope of the “training” they provide.(3) they imply you can successfully do this on a part time basis; it’s actually a full time business demanding all of your attention(4) they imply competition is limited; competition is actually fierce, except for the deals on which there is no profit.Additionally, this industry is state regulated, by the state in which the property is located.

Again, other might feel differently here.b) Skin in the game: as a conservative investor, I understand that the dirty secret of industries that the waterfall compensation is in the line with me and incentivizes sponsors to take more risk.

those with experience in the industry will tell you that Service is far more important than saving a few bps shopping lenders all over the place.. not to mention all the credit pulls for menumber 1relationshipNumber two know they can actually fundnumber 3 rate and termsNumber 4  junk fee's sniff those out many times lenders on the private side spring those on you in the final hud and your stuck. 

It exemplifies the visionary thinking and risk-taking spirit that characterizes successful real estate investing — the ability to recognize the potential of undeveloped or underutilized assets and transform them into valuable and productive resources.Today, the legacy of the Louisiana Purchase endures, serving as a testament to the transformative power of strategic investment and forward-thinking decision-making.

Regarding whether or not the license is good for networking- I only find it good for networking in the commercial real estate industry, not residential.

With a background as a Navy Supply Corps Officer, where I developed strong skills in leadership, project management, and financial operations, I am now dedicated to using these skills to make a meaningful impact in the real estate industry.

Oh, I've owned and sold a few rentals, so I'm not completely ignorant of the industry.

The real estate industry is constantly evolving, prompting us to reassess our strategies and objectives from time to time.What specific features are you currently seeking in your properties?

I’m new to BiggerPockets and the real estate industry.