The Big Daddy's lunch really is great - there is a wide mix of backgrounds (investors, wholesalers, developers, title guys, money guys, and even a self-described organic lady who does almost all of the above) and it is always packed, so get there on time for sure.

Because if properties in your market do NOT sell quickly or not at all, it will be difficult for you to flip a house there...no matter how well you rehab a house or make it beautiful.

That said, I did have a significant background in construction management and a real estate license at the time which opened doors.Getting a RE license is a great first step, it sets you apart from the other students...

If you have a background in Sales at all you will be a step ahead of the average agent. 

You have no information about the background of the unauthorized occupant(s).

If you have none of this, 1) you could still be required to refund their security deposit when they leave, whether or not the owner transferred it to you, and 2) since there is currently no written lease in place, you could require screening, credit and background, employment, etc., as if they were new applicants.  

I understand the competitive aspect of the industry but in my background in business, some of my best ideas and resources have come from my competition.

You do not spend $100k in the stock market on a stock someone in a beauty shop told you about. 

I like both, have run background checks, and there are no red flags.

I have much less problem with his background as I do with the installment plan.