The podcasts have helped crystallize my focus and built up my courage to move from talker to doer.  

Originally posted by @Crystal Smith:@Hussein Al-asadi  I guess the rule of thumb is those who provide the cash make the rules.  

Originally posted by @Crystal Smith:@Robert Phillips:  There are no guarantees but we invest thru LLCs for protection & tax reasons.  

In CA, it seems like if you make it crystal clear that you are a licensed agent, but you are acting as a principal and you are not representing the seller in any way, then you are okay.

When it happens is a crystal ball prediction.....Also heard that the feds might drop the rate 1-2 more times in the next 12 months.......

I don't have much faith in BOAs crystal ball, either, just asking for clarification.  

This is just my opinion because there’s no exact science behind this and I don't have a crystal ball.

You need to know your strategy.I’m a little concerned about you committing to a mortgage if your job is unstable, thus you must make sure your purchase will pay for itself, ie cash-flow.Advice:Read the book by Josh Dorkin and Brandon Turner on beginning in RE to get crystal clear on what strategy you want to pursue if you are uncertain.

I definitely don't think anything big is happening soon but cycles are imminent and major of the big firms are expecting some sort of downturn by the end of 2021 (but you are correct, no one has a crystal ball).

The more crystal clear you are as to expectations, the better.