I've read having your License is a great tool for starting out, learning some of the business, and opens up tools and resources. two questions for either bird dogging, becoming a landlord, or considering house flipping, 1)  Is this a good step to take early on.2) is there a simple path to take to get access to the resources?

Power tools have grounding on the metal exterior, so if there is a short circuit, the current goes to ground instead of through your body. 

I've been driving and looking at a few houses in Philadelphia, Pa that show potential to be fixer uppers (example, no one puts out trash on trash day), but when I search using the tax tool (https://property.phila.gov/?

@Jacob Kline, i do not use carrot, but it would be the same idea. my guess is the better branded the site the higher the conversion. as in people are more likely to fill out the lead form on something like iwanttobuyyourhomenow.com compared to abcdefg.com. we have our leads tied to Podio, this along with some other tools, automatically sends out texts, automated calls and emails.

Just another tool for your toolbox.Good luck. 

I have read up on several methods, and have narrowed it down to what seems to be the most popular: Direct Mail Marketing, Cold Calling, and getting on some Wholesalers' lists. 

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(probably only about $3k in large woodworking tools and a small upright piano in great shape.)....

Knowing they couldn't do it or are too afraid to try so they do seem salty.Real estate is popular now and a lot of people are jumping into it hastily, and losing their shirts.

They have a lot of tools and learning sources.