Each investor defines his own unique risk vs. reward expectations.I am not suggesting your intent is to cheat anyone.

All it takes is just one person to file a complaint with the state to ruin a career and you suddenly find yourself spending huge amounts of money for legal defense.Even with a real estate license, some practices and methods commonly used by “wholesalers or flippers” may be considered illegal as defined by state laws.

Definately go with quartz...if you like thepatterns it is so good for contertop - better than anything else out ther..So About $90k for everyting - got some of these remodel cost estimaets from http://www.remodelormove.com/remodel-cost-calculators but so much depends on who you hire...one contractor could charge you $70k and another $120 just because of their business model and how busy they are any...all sorts of variables.

Like it or not, comps matter for 1-4 residential because that’s what defines your competition, Taylor.

Now in my case I am the brokerage (principal broker).Define in a perfect scenario once you are licensed what you would want your business to look like.

Brian is correct but just for clarity around the topic let's define some of the terms a little more for a better understanding.According to the SEC and FINRA a "finder" is an individual, company or service that receives compensation in connection with the solicitation of potential investors.

It will also help to DEFINE what area of real estate you are trying to learn or invest in.

Our next steps are deciding which types of marketing strategies we will pursue and defining our target market.

I'm finally recovered enough to start looking into real estate investing again and I'm trying to do it the right way this time - with defined goals and a clearer focus.

That being said, if you can define the type of property you are targeting, you could get a feel for the marketplace.