If things start getting tight, you can always switch to doing work for clients too in order to raise funds. 

On the other hand, there are many out there who jump into their next adventure without looking back. 

If you're going to start in a market you're eventually going to live in, I think that's a stronger case for that market."

It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

You profit share with them for the first 10 deals (at the higher levels) because they really are right there with you holding your hand, and as I mentioned, doing three way calls, etc. every step of the way.  

I've written similar posts a handful of times, and there are other threads in these forums that discuss investing in Japan.  

I wouldn't consider buying real estate if I didn't have $160K cash in hand.

I started an SEO service because SEO just works.

I also am starting a 4-class certificate program in REI.

We've helped a handful of investors maximize their investments over the past several years and anticipate a robust demand if/when the tax cuts are re-instituted.