That is guru stuff to sell systems or programs, not selling or buying real estate.Think of RE investing or business as an art and science, not a mechanical process so much.

I'm currently a college student working on my computer science master's degree.

They do continuing education for home inspectors, and have a TON of incredibly detailed courses ranging from 2-16 hours (all included with the subscription) on all aspects of the home, building sciences, etc.

I bought it 2 years ago by luck, then I realized that the work required to flip a house is not brain science.  

I decided to do some research on neighborhoods which brought me back to forum posts on Bigger Pockets.I learned that the letter grades vary by area, can sometimes be more of an art than a science, and are easier to nail down for multifamilies.But here’s some characteristics:“A” Class properties are in newer growth areas, are in nice neighborhoods, are newer properties built within the last 15 years with the most amenities.

One thing I am also fascinated with and want to implement into my own business is a set of unique systems to make the most efficient, profitable, and successful business I can.

I’ve never been so fascinated by EBITDA than at a Meeting.

If you have a ton of personal or other debt, that may impact the underwriting since it may be determined you will need to make excess draws from the subject commercial project to satisfy your other obligations.Underwriting is not an exact science but to answer your initial question, no, you don't necessarily have to have an outside source of income.

I have not discounted it all together, still on the table, but more of a last resort for me.In regards to changing position/fields...I have an associates degree in automotive trchnology, and two bachelors degrees, one in Business Administration, and the other in Computer Science....I've applied to more jobs than I can count.

My math and science background helped me.But the J O B paid $400 a week and was an advance on future commissions.