You are very clearly leveling up your game quickly!

Birmingham’s market is diverse, with various areas offering different levels of potential and risk, so getting boots on the ground can be one of the best investments you make in terms of time and money.I’d be happy to connect and share more about what I’ve learned from my experience managing properties in this market. 

Very new at this game I live in cottonwood California and I would be interested in going to meet up if my schedule would allow.

Yes, we pay a fee for the coaching, that many of us feel is fully worth the cost, maybe having "skin-in-game" makes us more likely to take action and be excited about the company, but that is for you to decide. 

I agree with you and @Doug Smith because I been laughed away enough to realize that aint the game anymore. 

It's a relationship game more than anything, so if you're building strong relationships with them and providing a consistent product, you'll be golden.

The further you get into the deal the more skin in the game you end up having so it just makes sure you see the project through so you recoup the time and cash invested. 

It's a long game, not a sprint. 

I added arcade games, board games and accept pets as well.

Consistent action is the name of the game when it comes to achieving success.