@James McGovern I typically only work on 1-2 projects at once because I only have one reliable contractor.

The scammers do indeed do a disservice to people who have real disabilities and qualified service/assistance animals.However, read up on Fair Housing laws and assistance animals.

I am a new real estate agent who wants to get started and close deals but that has not happened yet.  

I get it on credit protection like lifelock etc. but for Real estate to me its so rare it will never happen to you..

Luxury real estate deserves you full attention.

You also must know your numbers and have a real deal.Other reasons may be that the deals presented do not make sense to the lender or you don't have a track record.

Beyond that there are hard money lenders who charge higher rates to take on more risk... but they again start by looking at you, your skill set, and your previous experience in both managing your credit, as well as your real estate investment history.  

I've always wanted to get into real estate.

I just passed my real estate broker's license and am ready to hang my license in Colorado .

(Not a realtor that does it on the side, a real PM.)