The lack of necessity for connectivity means the batteries last longer.

In this area, that is over 100K in cash which could easily take 5-10 years to accumulate with other debts like student loans, car loans, rent, marriage, etc to pay for even if I do slim my spending down to just the necessities.

They are expensive, but a good resource and can usually close quickly (which can be a necessity with many deals).  

I can tell you that for me it was sort of out necessity.

A local quirk is that in Ontario the landlord is entitled to hold last month's rent deposit but the tenant is under no obligation to pay it once they move in, which reaffirms the necessity of collecting all move in monies at the outset without any compromise.

It is in my opinion a necessity or you become a legal target.

Bottom line, having a license is not a necessity if you want to invest.

FYI - The quotes do include wind (hurricane) coverage which is a necessity around here.Are these quotes typical?

Building relationships with active local investors is a necessity if you plan to partner as you learn the greater market.

It's a necessity to get everyone communicating!