I know probably several hundred co-brokes and I have worked with many as an investor before I got licensed and started a team.A combination of several reasons: Real estate agents are in an industry that is easy entry and it rewards networking much more than actual skills (let that one sink in), because consumers don't know how to vet agents and it becomes mostly about trust - so you work with your friend's cousin, because he said she's great.

Things are going well with this property which has sparked this desire to seriously pursue Real Estate Investing as a full-time business!

It is very crucial to have someone who knows real estate, not just rentals to help maintain the books. 

@James McGovernI guess everyone on this platform who invests in real estate is greedy.

Hi BiggerPockets Community,My name is Satrohan, and I’m excited to join this platform as I recently passed my real estate salesperson exam in NYC.

Consider the potential for increased property value and rental income against the additional management responsibilities and possible tax implications.Remember to consult with local authorities and possibly a real estate attorney to ensure full compliance with all regulations in your specific area.Let me know if you need funding for the rehab.Regards,Jackson

Have you ever partnered with a private or hard money lender for a real estate deal?

After that I am thinking about going right for my real estate license. 

To maximize the number of transactions you’re involved in you will need to:Be Top of Mind when they think about moving - which requires consistent reminders.Be seen as an Expert – which requires a consistent message and Evidence of Success storiesGain their Trust – which requires communicating integritySo, start out by listing everyone you know in an Excel spreadsheet.

sales commish  loan fees on new loans etc etc.. seems knee jerk to me.. but hey I am not finding those issues with Vegas LOW property taxs some of hte lowest in the country and unlike FLA and TX very low insurance because limited to know real issues with bad @$$ storms like those other states.