Also, there are so many perks to being a pro member, and new perks are constantly being added.

MTM will allow you to skip the extra work and stress (for owner and tenant) of signing a new lease agreement every year when the previous lease agreement ends.

I own an older house that's in decent shape but needs some renovations including adding dormer to our attic (or just raise the entire roof possibly depending on expense) to facilitate a closet and more headroom creating an actual bedroom. 

You would typically see new developments in more rural area with 200+ lots where there are higher margins and all the extra civil engineering work / infrastructure is worth it.I would probably try to find a smaller builder.

That roadmap, as of right now, is outlined.Learn - Keep FTJ (Full Time Job)Books, podcasts, BP, peopleFTJ and PTJ options: Go back into being a residential handyman and contractorWholesale - Keep FTJRamp up Wholesaling, possibly until either quitting or finding a PTJ to offset Wholesaling goal - raise capital to flip laterPlataeu Wholesaling, ramp up Flipping while ramping down WholesalingPlataeu Flipping, ramp up Buy-and-HoldLong Term Goal: rental portfolio with extra capital to invest in othersMy motivation does include swinging hammers (I love the physical work), but I recognize that won't be where I need to put myself to make money past the short-term (and my body won't be able to do that forever).

The bigger multis I purchased 20-22 unit had substantial value ad that couldn't be done with the 4s and duplexes.On the flip side the buildings I kept are great buildings that have great cash flow and I simply could not replicate.Pete

I plan on having the house have an open floor plan, granite, updated flooring, new windows, adding some curb appeal - the works. 

The other good reason to have a Real estate license is if you are a Property Manager and lease units you also may be entitled to extra compensation while collecting a paycheck (for now) and gaining experience.  

@David Leroux great topic and thanks for adding value!

Any extra InformatIon will be appreciated.