I went to college, not that it is mandatory, and Î got a business degree that emphasized real estate.  

I can't emphasize enough how Account Closed pointed out, the state is diverse, but still has many areas at least partially dependent on oil.

It's good that it's in the sidebar because people will see it on every page, but placing it there de-emphasizes it.

I've decided to start Year 2 of the Real Life of a Real Estate Investor in a separate forum thread - emphasizing the $1M in 12 months goal.Here is Year 2, Week #1:http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/223/topics/183...

I got a college degree, not that it is mandatory, that emphasized real estate.  

I don't yet have much experience obtaining seller financing, but I would think that emphasizing the tax benefits is a big one.  

This approach involves actively investing money to generate returns instead of letting it sit idle, potentially offering a more dynamic and rewarding financial strategy.Cardone also emphasizes, "Cash flow is king.

To attract a long-term partner, emphasize the mutual benefits and build trust through transparency in the deal structure, profit expectations, and exit strategy.

@Liam Hanlon lots of good advice but one point to emphasize.

Between Dave Ramsey and The Richest Man In Babylon both emphasizing paying off debt and/or owning your home as priorities.