Keep the dialog going, as long as you two are talking you are in the game. 

Posts like these push me to up my game

It appears you have some capital from your flips so with enough of your own skin in the game, you should qualify, no need for a 9-5 job with them.

It is very well worth it and it is your first real step into the big game of tens of millions in real estate transactions.

I would suggest take baby steps, learn the game and then start playing it. 

Of course, it is on you to do your homework (which you are obviously doing) but if you don't see many deals and want to get into the game in your area, at some point you have to hold your nose and jump.

Interesting that your boss is the one who told you to get into the REI game.

I am new to the game of REI.

Whats your game plan?

He did have a job, but i cant remember where, and he didn't have any valuable assets other than some old video games and some band equipment.