Are there any recommendations for trusted providers, or is this a problem through the industry?

Not sure the permits, but I live in BG, I'd be interested in helping out in the project for free in exchange for knowledge about the industry. 

Another issue I ran into on a property was when I wanted to change the use (industrial to residential) I had to bring the current structure up to the new energy code.

Career fields I’ve looked into include Mechanical Engineering, PA, Financial Advisor, Industrial Engineer.

The amount of med tech in the area is booming and only increasing over time (other industries as well)Again, no first hand experience, but I think Durham is in desperate need of more Airbnb listings and the timing would be right to get some credibility on the platform before things take off even more.

I use them, they have always given me the best rates and service and I am in the insurance industry. 

We're excited to meet like-minded people, as well as industry professionals.

While there are good turn-key companies, this industry is fraught with fraudsters.

So I'm on both ends of the spectrum.I'm not a Vegas fan as the prices there have skyrocketed now, but even when the prices were advantageous, I have never liked the fact that the primary industry there is entertainment--which is the first industry to tank in a recession.

A real estate license is a way for government to regulate an industry.