I joined BP in 2022 and never actually got into Real Estate.

Often, buyers will make the mistake of selecting an already themed home that looks ok in the real estate listing.

Besides that, just wanted to chime in real quick - I'd highly check in with a CPA and I am no tax expert, so wanted to preference that.

Start with the Arizona Department of Real Estate website and verify credentials, search licensees by entering their names. 

We pride ourselves in keeping the forums positive, helpful, and focused on real estate (please, no politics, religion, etc.).

Would it be a good idea to get a real estate license and work in real estate or are there other options to get in Missouri to get real estate experience without a license? 

Thing is, I will need to go DSCR loans from here on out or just stop buying new real estate altogether.

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Columbus is worth looking into as well if you want to hold real estate long term.  

You can make a real case for either decision, so - and I can't believe I'm saying this - do what feels good.