If the goal is risk mitigation, and your exposure isn't huge (maybe you have a property or two and are just starting out in life), some investors will go the insurance route and choose a large umbrella policy over forming one or more LLCs.

We have two options, parlay this into another local REI meeting which we have three to choose from.

I work best when I get my head completely wrapped around the subject, and usually accomplish this through books or articles... or even videos or blogs.

If I don't choose Keller Williams, I'll probably choose a boutique firm.

Watch the short videos you will learn a ton. https://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investingGood Luck

https://youtu.be/JL-pGPVQ1a8This video may help

@Serena Salvato I actually took my course online as it was easier to for me. just to be clear there are two exams usually.. the first is for the course exam which is like a final/cumulative exam. then the second one is for the NYDoS.. the actual salesperson exam for licensure.make sure you choose based on your learning habits between in class and online.

Here is a short video of what's going on: http://screencast.com/t/qt93Kd1HI'll use the direct link suggested above in the meantime ...Thx - Michael

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