While it's not absolutely indispensable and many have been successful without, you'll maximize your chances of success.On another note, @Sebastian Papworth is right about the fact that many more tourists than usual are visiting Europe this summer.

Anyone can do this with simple tools assuming it’s a drywall ceiling. 

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

Use tools like a deal analyzer to double-check.Start Small: It doesn’t have to be a grand slam.

I know people that are really good at their trade (plumbing, cleaning, electrician, etc) but they don't have financial discipline, they don't know how to market, they suck at customer service, they don't use tools to their advantage, etc.Cody Sanchez (lady in the video) buys different types of businesses and makes them profitable by applying basic business disciplines.

I have heard of Note School, Paperstac academy, Note Investors University, Note newbie, and Note Investor Tools, to name a few. 

Raising capital, appearing on podcasts, creating misleading social media content &  finding deals are now used as tools to create credentials out of thin air.

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

You say you have the tools and education to start " flipping," as you say, but  what if it's harder than you think?

Network with professionals, use tools like BiggerPockets Rental Property Calculator, and explore grants or incentives for affordable housing.Good luck!