I’m currently in the save all of money phase, I want a couple years of solid savings and some education before I get started, I’m 33 and have been working construction my whole life so this will be a much different career path for me.

Well yes if you are successful.The reality is 87% of those who try to make a career at selling real estate fail out of the business within just a few years.

Is there anything you wish you had known when you began your real estate career? 

While that would be nice to build up a lot of money and save, however that would just push me back even further from starting my real estate future plans, careers, family, etc.

The courses I took during that period in real estate were some of the best and most informative courses I took during my entire college career.

@Brody TrottStarting a real estate career as a firefighter offers lending advantages and flexibility.

Most who opt for section 8 are purchasing in the lowest barrier neighborhoods where section 8 is the best of bad options.

Context: I just moved to Portland, OR and finally decided to pivot careers from healthcare into real estate.

It was the purchase that jump started my real estate investing career by providing a high consistent cash flow, and a large capital gain 4 years later.

It’s always fascinating to meet investors, learn about their careers, and hear how they got into real estate.Do you focus solely on STRs?