I've been a BP member for a few years now, but only recently built-out my profile and started interacting in the forums. 

It should have an interactive map as well if I recall.

I am looking forward to interacting and learning from everyone.

I actually enjoy interacting with the government.

utm_source=search&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=books (books recommended by BPers)Before making your 1st REI purchase please visit the link below for some useful tipshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.

I haven't interacted with the REIA much in the last 2 years.

Intuitively, I kinda expected term and invest the difference to come out ahead (I would have still been OK allocating part of my money to whole life premiums), especially since the cost per $1,000 rises over time in whole life and universal life.

@Katie Willcox I've noticed in my business if the application is easy, intuitive and user friendly people are much more likely to take the time to fill it out.

You must actively interact with your audience and demonstrate your subject-matter competence.When creating content, consistency is essential.

I pay attention to the red flags and to my intuition.