But it didn't pay, considering the knowledge I needed to possess and the hours I worked.

Very good knowledge to know this piece.

To find the truth, gain knowledge, share knowledge, network, and of course, make deals.I'm glad we've got you as a member of the community and I expect that we'll be seeing a lot more of you in the Foreclosure and REO forum areas.Welcome to BiggerPockets!

Jeff88, while that is a good call, it is important to understand that many people see Real Estate as a much higher risk investment and simply don't have the knowledge or the cash flow to feel comfortable with it.Some of these business models are in realy excellent for cash flow while also allowing people the time to then get into real estate.In any event, I would suggest that people don't have to 'choose' between such a business model and property investing - I've chosen to do both, as well as running my construction business.So while the point you make is valid, the broader concept is that we use our cashflow (whereever it comes from) to invest in property, to build our long term wealth.

After completing my due diligence on him and his company, I have come to the conclusion that he is an expert in the Land Trust field, is very knowledgable, and unlike the typical gurus, he is not selling $3000 workshops, products, or bootcamps.

before getting my license - i talked alot about realtors or "brokers" myself and said how they lacked knowledge or "gumption" or whatever.okay - the "broker" or owner - uuummm usually is an investor and a big one at that.

This is a new federal law that you can get your report from each agency once per year at no cost to you.The process should take about an hour or so as you have to keep re-entering the same data for each agency.If you are married do separate reports, not joint.

Hey Will,No license is need to do short sales, just a good working knowledge or how the process works.

I hope to gain more knowledge in this industry through people with alot more experience.

James is working with an agency in Orlando to begin productions to launch his FREE mentor program on Television.