I have never authorized nor encouraged unethical behavior but I have been the beneficiary of it on several occasions.

I'd encourage you to reach out to more experienced investors in your area!

I'd encourage you to reach out to more experienced investors in your area!

Then after accepting that I was shown a 15 or so  minute countdown timer with an explanation that it would take that long to "process"  and then I was immediately taken to an offer of something like $987 for some digital marketing course with his voice over explaining the course and encouraging to click on the buy button.

All courses I've seen encourage this behavior as well as relying on licensed professionals.PS: but it's America, I don't think you can 100% protect yourself from getting sued.

I'd encourage you to reach out to more experienced investors in your area!

I'd encourage you to reach out to more experienced investors in your area!

Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged. http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere http://www.biggerpockets.com/ubg http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate SuccessREI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.http://www.realestate.com/advice/buying-your-first-investment-property/ However, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.

I learned something there... also they encouraged REIA meetings... and many other venues including sites like BP to gain knowledge.

I would encourage you to find your WHY then formulate a strategy you are comfortable with.