cold canadian, I hope you know sarcasm when you hear it (or read it). I would suggest talking to the people who work at the real estate office you are thinking of purchasing. It is a very competitive industry as listings are getting harder to come by. Newcomers are not taken very seriously here as many people come and go, so it will take a while for you to 'prove' yourself. also because of this, the odds are pretty good that the other real estate offices will not offer much help. Just my opinion....
I wish good luck whatever you choose to do. This is a great place to live!