These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Loan officers are often hired and trained to be salespeople.

And I am not talking about the delayed financing approach.from my point of view.. paid for training is fine if your not going into debt to do it.. your not using up capital that you need to actually buy real estate.. if you have plenty of dry powder then sure we all have to learn somewhere and somehow.. 

Two other things that make it possible are a supportive spouse and a brokerage that allows me to get training, support, and mentorship outside of regular work hours - that way when I DID take time off, it was for direct real estate hustling like showings, client appointments, and offers. 

All were properly trained.

Real estate license holders are required to use these forms.However, TREC contract forms are intended for use primarily by licensed real estate brokers or sales agents who are trained in their correct use.

Being an engineer, i know you already have enough mathematical training/background to do the necessary calculations for REI. 

There are deals and both of these cities are getting direct train/commuter rail to Boston, nice right!

While that may seem obvious, it's easy for new investors to disregard today's cash flow in lieu of our deep aspirations for future success when our current market is showing a trend of strong appreciation with exceptionally low interest rates.I mentioned being a Marine earlier because as a Marine we were trained to always have multiple courses of action (COAs), as I'm sure you're well aware. 

Go through all the free training on BP.