If you mean playing the assignment game without being a FL licensee that is NOT legal.

For example, the profit split on a ground-up development deal would be much different than what you’d expect to see on a plain-vanilla cash flow play. 

If not, outside of BiggerPockets, I would suggest that be the first place to start to surround yourself with like-minded individuals in the Real Estate business.Along with BP, DIG has definitely played a big role in my Real Estate investing career through networking and education. 1st meeting is free.

Brent, I've been in the game for some time.

It's very important to know what team the agent plays for. 

I took some baby steps at first to fund fractions of notes, as I became more and more familiar with the platform, the way this business works, and how these loans play out. 

Both have the same cycle, but time plays a factor.Terry

I'd like to start investing, but I don't want to play the market timing game and potentially wait years until we see a dip in prices locally.I have considered Fresno, Sacramento, and Phoenix because I am familiar with all of those areas.

Assuming we break even once it sells, or make a little profit, we will be able to pay off all debts and have $60K-$90K back into savings to play with.

That's probably how loud they will play their home stereo.