Oh and as far as the knowledge and education goes, the main thing that I learned while studying for the test...was how to pass the test.

This thread may be helpful for more educational resources (books, podcasts, etc):https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/70/topics/411...

If you take out a TSP loan, you're then paying 2.875% (current rate as of today), but you're also foregoing probably 10-12% in gains that you could be getting.

Since starting my education on investing, I have learned a lot and have spoken with many incredible people in this business, so thank you for being a great community! 

I have been a home owner, and have owned rentals.I have educated myself with book, tapes (Carrolton Sheets lol ), seminars, Fortune builders, Rich Dad - Poor Dad, etc.

I can educate myself on finding a good deal, but how is the escrow handled when the wholesaler takes your cash with the intention of buying the house they put the bid on? 

So glad you're plugged into the Bigger Pockets podcast - that was a huge source of education for me when I first started.I don't know a lot about the Omaha market, but familiar with reno projects and buy and hold rentals - happy to help with a few of your "million questions" along the way ;) It won't be long and you'll be the one answering questions in the forums!

It cost thousands of dollars to get started and maintain your license as well as the recurring continuing education you must put in every 2 years (at least in AZ).If you're looking to get into wholesaling or buy and holds, it probably won't benefit you as much as if you were a flipper.

Some of the costs involved are licensing fees, continuing education, errors & omission insurance, general business liability insurance, increased auto insurance, realtor board membership dues, sentrilock fees, css fees, mls fees. 

Luckily no real surprises other than the spot roof repair which was minor.It's definitely guesswork when acquiring deals quickly and on the fly, but can be at least well educated guesswork with some homework and the advice and knowledge of a good experienced contractor.