It is a well established belief in the financial industry that there is an inherent conflict of interest when financial advisors are compensated on sales commission.  

Both virtually and in-person.This will help you learn the industry and the market.

All this is why, I believe, it's a rare thing in the REI industry. 

We did quite well in the Timber game in the 90s Owned many thousands of acres of Timberland during that time its a great industry one of the favorite things I ever did beat the heck out of rental houses LOL

There is a wide range of sectors within commercial real estate.

Learn from your family and on your own by going to different meet-ups and having conversations with agents, other investors and anyone else in the industry to hear about their experiences.Make 2025 a year of planning and how you will go about that plan. 

Remember, the right property manager is a gateway to industry insights and local networking opportunities, much like the valuable connections you're making here on Bigger Pockets.Wishing you success as you embark on this exciting journey.

@Mike LambertAs the hospitality industry is revitalizing from COVID, hotels are back to the increased occupancy rates.

I've been doing a moderate level of research around the housing industry and I am very excited and eager to jump in.

Although I don't have much experience in this field yet, I am passionate about real estate and hope to continuously learn and grow in this industry.