You've got the experience, and your friends want to relax while their money grows.

The CFP® certification requires rigorous study and hands-on experience, which you seem prepared to tackle.I've been in the financial planning field for several years now and currently teach aspiring CFPs at Golden Gate University.

While I have the time, financial resources and motivation, I lack experience in this niche.

In my experience this kind of thing can get out of hand very, very quickly.]2.

Why go through all the trouble of sourcing and leasing up rental property only to have your acquisitions be temporary leases and lose out on all appreciation the property experiences while you're operating it. 

I believe my experience in the market can be valuable for both buyers and sellers, but I'm also eager to learn more about building a strong real estate investment portfolio.I'm particularly interested in BRRRR strategy, short-term rentals, and multifamily investing.While I sleep, eat, and breathe real estate most of the time, I also enjoy sports (go Vols!)

But the majority of the time, doing the active diligence can ultimately provide the best experience for any placed tenant which in turn will ultimately help yourself, if a property manager, maintain a healthy relationship with your portfolio of owners going forward for them. 

If you are not familiar with the title search procedure, you should seek a professional with experience.

It's been my experience that people talk a good game, but get serious alligator arms when it comes time to reach their checkbook.

The Capex is a percentage set aside based on nearly 30 years of experience and my current property inspections.