Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

I have viewed a lot of crowdfunding particularly with an eye for those available to non-accredited investors. 

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

I have a problem with the way some colleges prepare students for "life," and am looking to get involved with Real Estate investing.

Yeah focus on increasing your day job income, advancing in your career and keep an eye on the big picture.

New Invesetor in the whole process, looking for a agent in the South Florida area who has a great eye for deals and is investor friendly.

There is plenty of lenders out there now but most of them want to be involved in a good deal.  

You also want to be aware of any self-employment taxes that could be looming.You'll also want to get a CPA involved or a tax attorney from a tax standpoint... what sorts of estimated taxes do you need to pay, what kinds of cash flows can you expect.. 

Remember, there is a fiduciary responsibility involved, so you must be totally honest and make your disclosures. 

You'll have access to MLS to be able to look for deals, keep the commission, list your own deals, referrals commission, document database, you'd have the online tools to submit offers, its a good networking opportunity because you'll be further involved in the real estate community and you'd get more of an educational opportunity because you have to study in order to pass the state exam.The realtor is involved throughout the process.I'm new so I mean.. what the heck do I know?