@James Anderson, as a licensed real estate agent, it's pretty straightforward, and I assume my take will be similar to that of other agents. 

I took the course last October... got swamped in my currently real estate business... went through a 90 day "challenge" course with RAL academy....

Quote from @Katie Accashian: I am looking to take money from my retirement that I accumulated from my previous employer and move it into a self directed IRA to buy a real estate investment.

Hey George, congratulations on starting your real estate journey! 

@Drake BackmanBigger Pockets is a great place to find a tax strategist specializing in real estate taxation.A good real estate tax strategist can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding a tax  strategist specializing in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.Consider working with your tax strategist remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a tax strategist willing to work with you throughout the year.

Hey Noah Hope Your Doing Great ,My name is Dequan, and I'm a wholesaler specializing in distressed properties in Ohio, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.I came across your message and wanted to add to the suggestion of using Facebook groups to network with real estate investors.

I’ve specialized in working with real estate investors for many years, and I’d love to hear more about your goals.

Since you have capital,  focus on the market fundamentals and quality of the real estate.

You're supposed to have a license in every state if you are representing either a buyer or a seller in a real estate transaction, or acting as an intermediary in the sale of real estate.

I am an investor myself and also own a real estate brokerage with a hyper-focus on working with investors.