When I went it was just an overwhelming feeling of pretence, people not being genuine (waaaaayyy too nice), hiding their motives, and of course the classic "Ohh look at me, I am a rockstar hot shot investor, worship and admire me I know all". yada yada yada.

I don't do mail but have always admired the broader casting of your net. 

I think what you're doing for your family is admirable.

I think it is admirable that you are working so hard and trying very hard to get the tools to allow you to keep helping your family as best you can. 

Are there tactics of getting folks to go into debt on CC less than admirable I think so.

@Michael Johnson, I've not used a mentor for REI, but a mentor is definitely worth the money... assuming it's the right person and someone you truly admire and trust.I look at it this way... spend 10 years developing the experience, or pay someone for their decade or more of experience so you can take advantage of the shortcut.

Your post is amazing and so inspiring.I am always admire people who decide to take their destiny in their hands and start their journey to their financial independence.I am currently on that journey myself.I am investing in all aspects (done flip project, own few Duplex in Indy, investing in notes).BRRR is something that interest me and I will be happy to connect with anyone who can help me start my first steps in doing that.Eran

And Kohls actually did an admirable job of pushing back for a long time.

It is those few clients that make our life hell anyway.There will be a great many more that will respect your choices and admire your dedication to your family.

My Grandmother (rest her soul) was a Realtor and I remember admiring what she did for a living when I was a child.