Most states will require a higher moral and ethical code for those operating under a license.

So it was costing me a bit, but due to super aggressive debt service.If I *REALLY* liked the property, AND felt I was buying something under valued, and it was negative only due to debt service or only until I added some value to boost rents, AND I could get some good debt on it. 

Create a page for a company, share some before & after photos, put a small boost on it ...

Don't go too crazy but using a reasonable amount of debt can be a great boost to your growth.

Please provide moral support if able!

[NOI - Mortgage + (Total expenses/4)] / [Cash down + Cash for renovations]Total Expenses = Property taxes, maintenance, insurance, property management, landscaping, and utilitiesIn extreme cases this boost our CoC 13% which causes me to question the legitimacy of this formula.

Keith, I couldn't agree more as to how much working in accounting has boosted my real estate investment, believe it or not I got into both at the same time.

The commissions I earn from representing buyers/sellers will be added to my REI war chest, and going through the course and seeing deals close first-hand from start to finish is an exceptional way to learn/ boost confidence. ^^ That was my long-winded way of saying I think getting your license is a good idea and I wish you luck in your new adventure. hahaHere's a link to the course I used: https://www.realestateu.tv/ .

I am very glad you've joined ourforum and have taken the time to introduce yourself.You sound like you have a plan and areoff to a good start.Now, networking with the folks who hangout here can be a real boost to you.All the Best!

NWI is receiving MASSIVE amounts of funding from the State (check it out here: http://www.rdatransformation.com/) to boost the economy and enhance public transportation to/from Chicago.