Our plan is to start this as a side business (we all have day jobs) and play the long game until we can eventually switch careers entirely.Books I've read recently:1) How to Invest in Real Estate, Brandon Turner2) Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki3) The Richest Man in Babylon, George ClasonMy goal is to eliminate as much ignorance on this topic as possible.

If it were a product that had a price point available to non-institutional, retail investors or small businesses it could be interesting.

You should look at the membership fee as just a cost of doing business as a real estate agent.

I would get involved with state or local apartment associations.

Zackery,Are you looking for some tips and help getting your own business started or getting into REI and buying properties/

@Roseann Koefoed,As long as you have legitimate self-employment or an active business, you will be able to establish a self-directed Solo 401k plan.

What's the ONE app you need to run your real estate business?

But I still wasn’t involved in lease signings.

Many are under strict HOA bylaws that may limit the number of rentals or eliminate the type of rentals (STR/MTR) which can crush your business plan. 

I have learned a lot, and have made a lot of connections & friends in the business, now I am focused on growing.