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The SAFE Act requires licensing of individuals who engage in the business of a loan originator.

@Jerry Padilla It's really awesome to have someone with your knowledge engaging so generously in these forums.

I figured the extra money through tenant rent and (eventually) investment would be very helpful with my lifelong goals. although I know there will be a challenge of fixing or maintaining the house would not be easy, I am up for the challenge. 

Is wholesaling challenging in California?

@joe @Joe Fairless I am really AV challenged when it comes to computers and there is probably a better solution but you can use Total Recorder http://www.totalrecorder.com to capture the audio in mp3 while you play the video (having a program that directly exports the audio to an mp3 is certainly a better solution but I don't know any). 

Investing in Las Vegas is challenging right now, the run up in prices over the last 3 years have really torn down cap rates.

Some people here try to claim that it does but when challenged not one has stepped up to prove their statement. 

. :) Very challenging to say the least.

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