I really need to do a better job of taking a mental vacation.

I like the fake it till you make it mentality, it gives you confidence when you have little.

The fact of the matter is that MLS listings are nearly exhausted after teams of acquisitions agents scour through them every morning and with regards to realtors, their expertise is typically not that of an investment background.

When you get into real MEATY deals, the "inspection" mentality is out the window all together, and that's where I like to be!

Driving all over the place can wear on you mentally, physically, and financially.I would focus on neighborhoods with good access to local amenities and transportation.

You may exhaust more money and time to get the education and licensed than you anticipate and end up not liking it.the best job to do is the one you're passionate about. what are your skills and interests?

And, do be prepared, mentally, for the worst.

Having someone sign a contract that is in no mental state to do so is a big negative both morally and legally.

Angie's List definitely presents its own 'micro list' of vendors that is not exhaustive of any city's contractor resources.

My mentality is "on to the next one", thats what I did.