The questions were representative on what is on the exam, in fact, there were some of the exact questions. 

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They will examine the premises, but will research all past uses of the property.  

Basic RE law, deeds, transactions, tile examinations, encroachments, encumbrances, liens, assignments, RE financing, surveys, legal descriptions, conveyances.....but the really important stuff is in the beginning, what RE is, why it is valuable, what improves a property, why it is marketable, valuations and the different interests held in title that are basis for all investor strategies.

As I'm studying for a difficult work-related exam in June, I'll probably be looking to "take action" in a few months.

This probably isn't something you want to hear, but rarely does it make sense to gift substantial appreciated assets from parents to children.Both your, and your parents, facts, circumstances, and goals need to be examined and weighed to determine the most advantageous course of action. 

To obtain your license you will have to complete 96 hours of class work and pass the real estate exam.  In

However, after examining that project from closer lately, my idea and that of all my contacts on the ground is that it's a lot of hype and a huge waste of money.

So far all of them have worked out great (the NC one closes on April 5th, with only ok results).Just really examining everything, the BRRR method seems really amazing.

One last question I had was what would be a good way to examine deals?