He decided to switch to a finance degree with the goal of financial advising and real estate investing. 

Why Part of a Good Deal is Better Than 100% of No DealHey BiggerPockets Community,As real estate investors, we all want the perfect deal—the one where we control everything, make the most money, and have the best terms.

Education on real estate appears to be a much better business than real estate itself.  

Quote from @Yaroslav Shtogun: Hello Community,I am seeking advice on the following real estate situation:I’m in the process of purchasing a double lot property (100x100 in an RS-50 zone) that includes a 1,200 sqft wood-frame house and a 640 sqft detached garage.

Networking with local wholesalers and real estate agents who specialize in investment properties can also lead to off-market opportunities.

Hello, can someone recommend an agent that deals with novations in indianapolis

Here’s a more polished version of your message:Hello BiggerPockets community,A close friend has been encouraging me to get into real estate investing for years.

I am seeking an early retirement and it looks like real estate is the way. 

Having trusted resources in market have been helpful in managing our properties and contractors especially when my non-real estate related consulting business is in its busy season.

Exciting times ahead in your real estate journey.