As for me, I am licensed and did so right away (as I was working on other aspects of preparing my business such as learning my market, writing a business plan, learning more about REI, lining up contractors, etc).

The key to whole loan investing is learning and understanding all of the aspects of the asset.

I've been browsing BP for months now and reading up on a lot of aspects of RE investing and I just want to say this website is full of great info and people that really enjoy helping and I thank you for that!

Though I am a engineer by day, I have had long nights and weekends educating myself, and seeking those that help me in all aspects of business.I look to start my own real estate investing experience in Seattle/Tacoma area within the latter months of the year.

I'd like to ask you, what you think about these areas, should there be other aspects to look at?

So then i decided i wanted to learn more about different aspects of RE so I went to foreclosure auctions and Tax Lien auctions.

Welcome to BP community @Yan Calvin Tampubolon  It is a great place to meet new friends and learn about various aspects of real estate and more.

One of the aspects of real estate that I've always been attracted is that one can do almost anything you want, if parties come agreement.

Its chock full of competent people in all aspects of real estate ready and willing to help each other out.Another site you may want to check out is j scotts (one of the moderators) site, 123flip.com.

The partnership aspect is what clears it up for me in that we both will include it on our returns.