So I told my liaison that I will be taking my talents to another title company if I don't see immediate changes. 

If you have the skills and talent to do something like REI, then no need for the degree.

The latter, I believe, may continue to gain momentum as it gets increasingly difficult to attract and retain talent given the high cost of living in the Bay Area.

Cortland, etc....... hookup with some of the local talent that are replying to your post and you won't go wrong.

You could, for example, have a generational talent like Lebron James, Dr. 

Hypothetically speaking, an attorney with two years of litigation experience can still beat a lawyer with 10 year experience all day long if they are the more talented litigator.

@Isabella White We meet the last Wednesday of every month, so put October 30th on your calendar, I think you’ll be such a great addition to our group & be able to network with so many talented real estate women.

Same goes for any other strategy you decide is best for you, your goals, and your talents. 

It just opens you up to a wider talent pool.

I've got the first and last talents nailed down pretty good.