I've been working in the pharmaceutical industry in Orlando for the past several years, but have reached a point where I'm ready for a change of pace and I've always been interested in the Real Estate Industry since I was in school.

I am just getting into real estate investing and don't really know anyone in the industry.

There are certain states like Texas that have no income tax so property taxes are higher to offset.If you own SFR or multifamily for investment you better include the high property taxes into your numbers or you will surprised at the return.With commercial specifically we can bill back the tenants with retail strip centers and they pay the high property taxes.As for the appraisers doing the desktop process without leaving the office I am finding in many parts of the country that is not the case anymore.

Im an active REALTOR in San Diego county and have  been in the industry for over 10 years and would like to expand and learn the investing aspect of Real Estate.

My name is Ryan Drowne and I am new to the real estate investing industry, seeking to gain as much knowledge as possible in order to be successful.

As soon as Blackstone starts dumping properties for huge profits the current retail frenzy will leave more inventory then buyers.  

I peronally am relatively new to the industry, but I work directly with my partner Liz Ryan who has over 30+ years in the industry.  

I drove an older but decnt truck, ate well but cheaply etc.....Not sure what the labor market is in your area, but around here, small town WI but touristy and industrial, employers are BEGGING for more workers at $10-15 hour plus.

I am a former loan officer , but currently working in the food and beverage industry, I have read about the topic for the past three months.

That can also cost the investor money and legal issues as well, not just you.Nothing in my posts suggests you can not do well in this industry but rather you should address the things you do not yet know in order to actually do something of value.