How do I find a good, investor-friendly real estate agent?

[Raghav Haran]

I'm in the Ann Arbor, Michigan area and I'm looking for a real estate agent to work with me on my first deal. 

What sort of things should they be able to help me with? What separates a "good" real estate agent that understands multi-family investment properties from someone who's not so good? 

Alternatively, if anybody here is an agent based around/near Ann Arbor, please send me a message!

Thanks everybody! I really appreciate the help :) 

[Michelle B.]

Raghav Haran

Have you defined what you are looking for? If not, I would do that first. Determine what is most important to you and what assistance you will need throughout the process. Do you need help identifying a target area? Do you need help analyzing the deal? Do you need referrals for contractors, title companies, lenders, etc etc etc? Will you use this same agent to list properties (if your exit strategy is to resell)? Are you in a competitive market? Do you just need someone to open the door?

Have you thought about just using the listing agents on properties that meet your criteria?

Everyone's definition of a 'good' agent is different. Just need to outline your expectations so you can find a match.

Good luck!
Michelle