I think many professions have a leverage if they decide to become real estate investorsProperty management - as described by DavidAccountant - we understand Profit and loss statement, cash flow statement etcgeneral contractors - they will know estimated costs required to rehab a property.The rule is use your profession to become a real estate investor.If there is a skill that you are not an expert in - pay someone who knows how to do it better.

The skill set required is not that hard to learn.

This a network of a few thousand highly skilled Brokers specializing in the commercial / investment world, the vast majority of whom own investment property.Best wishes

Transferable skills, but still just a job.How hard did you study and work to find your last job?

I can hang drywall on vertical walls but I don't have the tools or skill to hang ceiling drywall or build rafters to make the ceiling flat.

Do you have skill sets that would be helpful for flipping?

I know now that it could have, but investing is a skill that needs to be learned. 

I will tell you that you will need to learn some new skills and habits as well as getting the whole family involved. 

Those kind of skills and knowledge will be incredibly valuable as an investor.

Partnering is hard to do because it is usually cheaper to just pay for the needed services, however having both licences and being good at both is a valuable skill set.