You will also learn to appreciate when a real estate agent is actually doing their job correctly, vs the large number of agents who just show up and do the bare minimum.What prompted me to take the course was that my first agent was not very good, but I couldn't actually truly assess and understand that without knowing myself, now I can confidently say that she wasn't very good, (lucky me, lol).Short Answer: There's not a glaring reason I can think of to not educate yourself on it, even if just for education's sake.I can't provide info on the 2nd part as I'm just not as familiar with specific MA to CT reciprocity and requirements.

That is the kind of info I'm looking for, but my challenge is we never got to the specifics.

That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors, realtors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors or brokers in your market and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersAnd of course, be sure to subscribe to the podcast - so much great info there and also full of inspiration.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bpThe second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

This gives me some amazing info to mull over.

Probably just a Quarterly Income Statement, Payables Aging, and Rent Roll. 

If you are looking to purchase a home that needs rehab I would sit down with a mortgage broker and discuss your options and tell them you want more info on the FHA 203k loan and the Fannie Mae Homestyle renovation loan.I have had several clients here in Connecticut use both loans with success and they typically chose one or the other based on their personal situation.

Feel free to reach out to me and I can give you some more info.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

And yes, if you have an architect please forward me his info if you can, I would appreciate it.