The other big player in the market is Essensys (new to US, but not new to the industry).

I have heard there are mortgage regulation bulletins that people in the industry obtain which at the very least prepares the bankers with the knowledge of upcoming changes.

Hi Everyone,My name is Josh Stroup.I am very new to both BP and the real estate industry as well.

There isn't any educational advantage in the industry that an agent will have over an appraiser as appraisers have the highest bar to certification, especially an MAI.

RE is in the finance industry, your dress needs to project conservative thinking to gain trust. :)

It's an ok neighborhood (close to some train tracks and a small industrial area), not unsafe or trashy.

Mortgage industry coming back!

I'm ambitious, determined, and so passionate about this industry because when I learn all the ins and outs I will teach it to everyone I know, whether they want to learn it or not since I've seen it change lives!

Welcome to BiggerPockets @Jim Wilson, it's always great to have another industry professional join our ranks here on the site.I'm looking forward to hearing about the growth of your own portfolio!

I know the obvious path would be to take a job and save up money.I mean, things such as the FHA loan sound fantastic, but reading the requirements it says you need to have a consistent job in the same industry for two years.