I second this sentiment.

Also will 1 up the sentiment to underwrite the dirt itself, and the building itself. 

And as rates, economic sentiment, politics and seasonality shift in the 3 to 6 months to get market ready it can change by 20- 50k so a little bit of Crystal ball is needed.Best of luck.

The sentiment, the narrative, and the numbers.

Not that it's a bad thing by any means, but is it more sentimental than financial? 

Public sentiment is powerful and negativity certainly garners more likes, clicks and ad revenue that positive stores.

These exact type of sentiments.

Although a book can't offer that live-networking aspect, i feel Bigger Pockets offers that.So my question is, what is the sentiment around here on paying $5K+ to avoid having to search for all your networking needs. 

The news, sentiment and data infact.  

I agree with sentiment here that w/o a match you should find a retirement option that is more flexible.When I started RE investing in 2019 my employer DID match my contributions.