This seems especially prudent in an era marked by rising interest rates, a departure from the previously free access to capital.Real estate, inherently, isn't known for its rapid fluctuations; it generally stabile.

I think I know CA, but won't go head-to-head with Wayne on his state. 

You can be successful in REI without it but you hit it on the head man.

I'm still shaking my head over the amount of money that people pay for these programs.

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Unfortunately I think this may have some ramifications that further reduce the desire for people to get into the trades in the first place (the exact opposite direction we need to be heading).

Sounds like you are headed in the right direction.

I'm gonna go against the grain here- you are in an area that is growing like crazy and appreciating at a rapid pace.

"When I think of Jesse Rook, I think of someone who is polite, patient, caring, selfless, and the type of person I would want to work with when buying and selling real estate.Born (in New Mexico) and raised in Grand Rapids, MI, Jesse is a native to the West Michigan area and brings with him years of experience of the ins and outs of neighborhoods.What sets Jesse apart from other agents is that he puts his clients first and himself second.

However, if you purchase in a location where rents outpace inflation and there's rapid appreciation, even a marginal first-year deal can become a killer deal over time.