Especially the online Gurus.

When it comes to finding deals in real estate, particularly in the multifamily sector, it's not as straightforward as browsing online listings.

Many require RFPs from the prospective landlords.

I've seen a few houses that list as 3/2 requiring substantial rehab, but could probably become 4/2 with the right plan. 

I would be hesitant to say its not required in Alaska, Mike.

They do require that a permit be acquired (super easy) and hotel tax get paid (a little more complex but there are ways to make it easy), but otherwise there are no regulations to speak of.  

We don't require Saturday to Saturday, but do encourage it.

Ultimately the lender will require a personal guarantee from the borrower unless the property qualifies for non recourse financing (which is rare and generally applies to larger transactions than those contemplated or executed upon by BP forum posters).

CCIM and SIOR are good options, but they require a level of portfolio requirements to receive the designations that you won't have until you get immersed in the business yourself.Ultimately, what you need more than knowledge to succeed in this this business, is the willingness to have hundreds of conversations weekly with people you don't already know, and to do that every week for the rest of your career.

They require constant reminders, inspections, follow up, etc.