If someone represents themselves as private lenders, check them on NMLS consumer access to see if they are licensed.

Toby - getting your license for self representation of you're planning on doing a lot of deals is a good option.1) You have to hang your license with a broker unless you have a brokers license.

When vetting contractors, check if they’re licensed and insured, ask for at least 3 references and call them, and get detailed written estimates and timelines.

In that process, I got my real estate license to buy the house and save on fees. 

I'm an investor and a licensed mortgage broker who has done fix and flips both using my home's equity and borrowing against the investment property.If you (1) have enough equity in your home to fully fund the deals, (2) don't mind tying that equity up for these deals vs saving it for a rainy day and (3) are ok linking the place you sleep with the success of the flips, this could make sense.We offer a ton of different fix and flip programs including putting 10% down on the purchase price and funding 100% of the rehab.

If you put any information on social media you are practicing real estate without a license.

After 20 years in the investing game, plus working as an investor-friendly agent, I’ve learned that hesitation can feel like a big hurdle but often ends up being the push you need once you break through it.I’m personally based in San Diego, California, and licensed here, but I’ve also looked into projects across the country with folks who sought better cash flow.

I have a real estate license but its inactive. 

In fact, there may be other home service opportunities with quicker growth potential worth considering.Additionally, be aware that in Texas you’ll need a broker’s license, not just a real estate license, to operate a property management business.

Sorry to all you handy men (I am not one of you…)Raleigh’s website goes on to say “a licensed NC General Contractor is required for projects with a total project valuation greater than $30,000.”Your ADU MUST NOT be on wheelsOnly one ADU is allowed per single lot unless located in a Frequent Transit Area (as referenced in UDO Section 2.6.3 or 3.6.2).