I do generally agree with the sentiment of Austin and the other hosts that fundamentals will always win out in the long run, and this by nature is a long term industry, even the sales side I'm learning.  

If your goal is financial freedom, which is a long-term goal, not so much.Financial freedom is a long-term proposition, not a one-time event.

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.

I'm still new to real estate investing but I'm open to feedback  @Jade FrankIt really depends on your long-term goals.

Quote from @Devin James: Im currently learning this lesson with New Builds that have taken twice as long to complete than anticipated.....Finishing a Real Estate project ASAP is critical because...1) Holding Costs add up quickly- Loan Interest- Property Taxes- Insurance2) Investor Capital- Our financial projections are dependent on how fast we can turn our investors capital.

Pretty common, you can definitely use commission as down payment conventional loans and not have it count toward IPC as long as you're on the loan. 

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.

What really matters is how long you think you will have this loan. 

Ultimately it is either a long process to get a check/fix, or they deny the claim.    

OO loan seems like real long shot.