I use a pro , and have read some books but long term strategy and planning is something i always need to try and brush up on. 

They are soft and dry faster.

Brush up on building code requirements: in basements you're looking for egress windows that are 5.7 sq feet or more openable (3ft by 3ft casement style windows work best), and ceiling heights 6ft 8 inches or greater (as little as 6 ft 4 inches is ok under ductwork and beams though)3.

I've use MySmartMove (SOFT pull),since they first started.

These are buildings with soft stories above parking.  

My experience has been a soft rental market for higher-end, large (3/2) units.

I can brush and roll a few rooms faster and better with my 2 boys than any crew I've seen. 

@Vince PonathHard to say Vince but I'd very aggressively develop your soft skills and make sure you get exposure / experience related to this gap you've identified.I also don't often see the best fit for a first purchase as being something that requires a lot of time/work. 

You're probably right about the writing aspect, history was mostly writing.University certainly has it's place in society (not necessarily a great one 😲😂), but what I am gathering from these answers is that the soft skills and the hard work and grit are what make people successful in real estate, and the degree did not necessarily play a direct role. 

Surrounding yourself with the right people seems so key.Congrats again, I have a soft spot for slps, work in hospital therapy Dept and our slp is a dysphagia rockstar lol