You can attend all the REIAs and read all the books and sign up for all the conferences, and spend all the money, and you are will never really know you can do it until you do.Over 20 years in real estate in various forms and roles, action will beat out intelligence or education or even network 100% of the time.  

I am in a pickle right now because my mom is turning 80 and not very active.

It has been a rewarding journey and the transition from salaried employee to 100% commission was scary but has been rewarding and I have been able to surpass my highest W@ in coaching with my new role. 

@Brittney Yang To structure a short-term partnership for your duplex investment, establish a joint venture or LLC with clear roles, responsibilities, and a timeline for dissolution.

Positions with real estate investors or related roles can offer income and experience.

As a licensed contractor, I’ve worked with expediters and know how essential your role is. 

We've used Reg D 506(b) for our syndications and ONLY communicate with investors that have a prior relationship with us.There are two illegal activities that I see all the time. 

This clearly has nothing to do with laws, regulations or operating numbers but I do think it plays a large role in the decline of the market.

By and large, QI's have very high ethical standards, and are sometimes overlooked as the engines of this tax saving tactic.]REPUTATION MARKERS 📊INDUSTRY STANDINGMembership in professional organizationsLeadership roles in FEAEducational contributions to the industryRelationships with major title companiesCLIENT RELATIONSHIPS 👥Testimonials from CPAs and attorneysReferences from title companiesLong-term client relationshipsTransparent fee structuresRELATIONSHIP RED FLAGS 🚩Overly familiar with your realtor/brokerKickback arrangements (illegal!)

Lost in all of this has been the significant role technology now plays in listing and selling real estate.