With access to more than 100 properties and in an entrepreneurship training program I was directed to do research and every time I was guided to BiggerPockets and was impressed with all the information and how free and engaging everyone was so I decided to join and am looking at the Pro status  I love what I do and have loved it since training with the union as one of the first women to be accepted into the Chicago Chapter of the Painters and Decorators Union.  

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Our certified financial planner not only doesn't seem to understand REI, but also hasn't been supportive of us engaging in it at all as retirees. 

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@Pete AckersWelcome to the vibrant BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.Since your interest lies in flips, I added the below links for your review.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

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