To some people that’s not that hard but it is a specialized skill.My moms masters in art education had little to do with being a very successful RE agent for 30 years.My sisters degree is anthropology, she’s the manager of a compliance and anti-fraud division of a credit union.You may find the book Set for Life by Scott Trench insightful.

I am NOT ANTI becoming an RE Agent.... 

Right now, they are anti-STR because they have such a shortage in affordable housing for long term tenants.

Other than meeting federal anti-money laundering regulations, lenders "source", meaning paper-trail, down payment money to show where it comes from.

I believe Ashville has a bunch of anti STR rules.

Seems anti-competitive.

There is definitely an anti-landlord sentiment there.

Quote from @Patrick Drury: @Juan LizarazoBoth the Columbus and Cleveland markets are great for investing in from out of state if looking for cashflow since they are landlord-friendly, and have a low barrier of entry and cash flow.Avoid Cleveland Ohio... not landlord friendly... very anti-business 

Definitely agree mate,I'm the biggest anti-guru there is and I also believe in spending money on a rehab rather than a $50,000 seminar.Even if you loose the $50,000 on the deal, the experience gained will benefit you forever.I cherish my losses more than my gains as they teach me how to be better and not repeat the same mistakes on a $500,000 deal for example lolThanks

In fact, I thought it was a violation of anti-trust to specify a minimum commission.