But the short, I'm in the cannabis industry in Colorado and concerned big/local banks will deny me a loan. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/22/topics/801783-colorado-cannabis-industry-and-getting-approved

So, that was the skinny - now...I feel I'm on the right track for saving for a downpayment n closing costs...I have been doing my research as to which strategies I wanna approach and execute on....I guess now that things seem to be going smooth and it's just a matter of time/saving til I can get my start in REI....that...I'm worried when I actually have the money for the downpayment and I go to vet lenders, that the lenders are going to deny me due to the industry that I legally make my living in.

I find the industry of real estate very intriguing in many aspects and I can't wait to learn from every single one of you. 

Another point is I’ve been in the construction industry most of my adult life so we will be building the home ourselves, saving 10+% on whatever size home we build.

 Hey BP community,I usually stay away from the flip side of the industry, but it's interest me how some people many so many flips.I'm curious to know how many flips the BP community is completing each year and how you go about it.

But keep in mind that any industry with as much commission up for grabs as real estate is not a place you will find success without seriously competing.Best way to get started is to get licensed and get to learning, don't expect to be able to support yourself off of sales in the beginning.

I truly believe that great agents are valuable for anyone; however, with the barrier to entry in the industry so low the "average" is pulled down quite a bit.

You've come to the right place for advice and industry information. 

I know this side of the industry well and I'm aware that many companies are charging upwards of 7% for the same exact product.  

You wouldn't want to buy into an area that is declining rapidly where the tenant quality is decreasing along with the area.Bureau of Labor Statistics: Current Employment Statistics (CES)The Current Employment Statistics (CES) program produces detailed industry estimates of employment, hours, and earnings of workers on payrolls every month.