On the other hand, while I have no problem with initiative and independent motivation, I still know next-to-nothing about the nuances of the RE business, and don't want to set myself up for failure by not having a strong support network in place as I get started. 

I am looking to get my knowledge up on Real Estate Investing and start building my entry plan so I can gain some independence and financial freedom.  

Amendments relating to Appraisal Subcommittee of FIEC, Appraiser Independence Monitoring, Approved Appraiser Education, Appraisal Management Companies, Appraiser Complaint Hotline, Automated Valuation Models, and Broker Price Opinions.Sec. 9504. 

I am social worker by trade but I realized early on that this profession wouldn't give me financial independence.

Being 23 now, my ultimate goal is to be financially independent by 30.

I'm looking forward to learning as much as possible, as quickly as possible to feel confident in my endeavor at becoming independently wealthy by way of multi-family investments.

I am an Independent real estate broker/investor familiar with residential construction & have bought fixer-upper properties for JV & Private Investors in the Southern California / Greater Los Angeles Areas and I am always looking.

I am an Independent real estate broker/investor familiar with residential construction & have bought fixer-upper properties for JV & Private Investors in the Southern California / Greater Los Angeles Areas and I am always looking.

I assume you guys are independent agents.Except for a lower premium, how are you a better choice versus the big names?

Buying this completely independent home for the sole purpose of Airbnb !!