Hence the “student” doesn’t have the foundational knowledge necessary for analysis and decision making3.

These are difficult decisions.

Note, I speak of this as an immigrant household.To expand on #3; international trade is good.

They also appreciate honesty and transparency so they can make decisions fast without any surprises.Some of the top skills that you can focus on are:Comping: Knowing your comps inside out is a must.Negotiation: Being able to connect with sellers and strike a good deal is huge.Networking: Relationships with buyers, agents, and other wholesalers are invaluable.Also, Get to know your local market being able to talk the talk in your area will help a lot.

This is both a business move and a workforce development initiative, targeting trades as a critical part of economic growth.

What other people get is immaterial to your decision.

That makes me feel suspicious and my decision is to go to another one. 

Unfortunately, people in the trades are often good at their trade but poor at managing their business.

I experienced the same issue, which has been frustrating, especially since it was my first investment decision.

I see it that your first decision is; to scale (grow), to coast (doesn't sound of interest or else you wouldn't be asking these questions, right), to exit (cash-out) or to transfer.