I took on the Pro membership and have committed myself to this path.

So, if your intentions are something different, do not commit mortgage fraud and just get a different type of loan. 

I ask because I listened to the BP real estate podcast #300 yesterday and a gentleman, who I believe was an oncologist, said that you should have read enough before approaching a 'mentor' to show that you have enough commitment to learn the language and the general terrain that you have skin in the game and are not just looking to get rich quick.

There is the marketing, selecting a price, title commitment, obtaining clear title, NEGOTIATING (a good agent has sooo much insight here), doing all the paperwork, etc.

I had an Airbnb rental/flip for about a year that I self managed, but ended up selling because of the time commitment not fitting well at this point in my life with a young family. 

That means that you're stripping equity from the seller.Finally, when you enter into a contract without both the ability and intent to fulfill your part of it, you have committed "fraud in the inducement".Your broker will most likely tell you that it's not permitted. 

I am not saying they are all scam artists but please run your numbers and look closely at the market before committing to anyone or any area. 

If you are committing to a marriage, you have two choices: let the state govern a future divorce, or determine the outcome of a future divorce yourself.

Problem is, once you commit, it tends to be a long term commitment, because changing later and learning something new all over again is a pain in the butt.Anyone have experience with any of these that they might be willing to share?

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