Your affirmation that I am on the right path and asking the right questions bolsters my confidence and fuels my enthusiasm to pursue this journey further.I wholeheartedly agree with your perspective on acquiring a real estate license, understanding that its necessity may vary based on individual aspirations within the realm of real estate investment.

I'm looking at data like job growth and migration.I'm going to continue this routine until the end of the year before I even consider doing a deal out of state (partially out of necessity as I have a few huge development deals out here that I'm finishing up).Once I hone in on a few pockets that look promising, I'll be flying out there to drive the area and get to know the region in real life.

We have kids so 3 beds are ALMOST a necessity for two boys who are 7 years apart.

Also, the probate code has a provision for dealing with QTA's without the necessity of going through the other courts, in most circumstances.

@Adrian Beltran You've gotten some great responses here already and I agree with all of them regarding the necessity of identifying your goals first.

The notion to sell one's home and buy another home in a peak market, but irrational, emotionally-based decisions are justified with the logic that they are getting their "dream home" or its out of necessity for a new lifestyle home (single level for seniors).

It's a basic minimum necessity.

This reply reverberates my point, that doing a business of either mentioned would be one that has a majority necessity on the one thing your worst at; Lead Generation. 

Typically I provide them with a mini-gift basket of the necessities; light bulbs, batteries, $25 Lowes gift card, cleaning supplies and air filters. 

I understand there is no necessity to work as a property manager in order to run good properties.