I actually ended up going through a big career change, and attended a 6-month bootcamp to learn Software Development after 7 years cooking professionally in fine-dining kitchens. 

Also makes it look professional when a potential renter comes to look at it.

Similarly, if you are you a medical professional with strong connections at the local hospital, then target properties (and their owners) that would attract medical travelers.

Would you mind sharing your professional opinion on which of these kitchen designs would sell better?

Absent the DTI "immediate credit" he may not qualify for a new loan for the size of home he seeks inside of the 9-12 months after he sells.

Licenses are typically required if you plan to work in a professional real estate role, like as an agent or broker.

While we are not tax professionals ourselves, we do share how we ourselves have made millions and paid very little taxes along the wayAlso @Eli Edwards A network of relocation specialists is not a reason to invest in a course.  

Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: We have 3 2/1 condos in our portfolio that attract traveling professionals (medical or otherwise) and a triplex that we essentially BRRR'd down to the studs.

Start by joining local real estate groups, narrowing your approach to strategies like house hacking or multi-family investing, and building a team of professionals like agents and lenders.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.