Speaking from hands on experience on both platforms as I've worked with both Carrot and Wordpress sites (more than 400 sites so far since 2017), what carrot brings into the table is their simple, all in one, fast webs...

Wherever you took your broker's class you should have ample study materials.If you are talking about your real estate agent's license in NJ (that is not a broker's license), you need to take the initial class at an accredited agency and they will give you all of the materials after you finish the 75 hours for the test. 

@Allan Guerra, at least in Ohio, you cannot receive a commission based on the purchase price of a property without being a licensed real estate agent.  

My wife wouldn't read a real estate or business book if her life depended on it.

How do we stay in the real estate game while minimizing our risks? 

Used the listing agent to represent us both.

My experience has been less than stellar and my real estate agent is also not a big fan.

The rest came with time and experience.Hi Charles,I appreciate you sharing your background—it's clear that you’ve built a wealth of knowledge across both construction and real estate.

Beal Real Estate helps our clients find the best commercial and residential off market and listed deals available.

It's too large of an investment to get it wrong; you need bench strength.Real estate investing is a risk business.