Do franchises have better resources (trainings, broader MLS access, experienced colleagues,etc) to translate into more potential commission for me? 

I plan to pick up one property a year after that so that by 2026 I could leave my current job wihtout altering my standard of living. 

This translates into a demand of 37,500 new multi-family rental units in the Greater Seattle Area.

Learn from your mistakes and turn any fear into something positive.You did not mention if you still have a W-2 job that alters your position.  

I own residential property in NH and the law states that a security deposit cannot be more than one months rent (or $100), but I am not sure if that translates to commercial real estate, as well.

Certain undocumented folk, using a translation page have found the communities they want to live in from an internet cafe in Central America, so certainly the regulators can find a retailer or community making advertising claims about financing they are prohibited by law from making.From a regulator’s perspective, the entity that is willing to violate the rules on advertising financing, is likely willing to violate or ignore other rules as well.

So much of the education and experience in construction management translate to real estate, so you are in a great position.My suggest for you is to look into "househacking."

This translates into $204K over the life, in addition to the small down payment.  

It is actually a federal crime to alter/repair a HUD property prior to closing.  

I would like to link with a real estate attorney for assistance in translation of the contract, and making sure i am covered.Please let me know if you have any referral for one in Georgia especially in Marietta.