Metro Referral Associates as alternative to broker if I just want MLS access?

[Shera Gregory]

I am considering getting my real estate license to be able to get access to the MLS and bid on HUD homes. But I'm not too keen on having to get a broker affiliation since this is all I'm interested in. I am hesitant both because I am not planning to be a "real" agent and because of the ongoing fees. The business model offered by Metro Referral Associates in several East Coast states seems like it could be a good in-between option. They offer lower price access for agents that don't want to sell. Does anyone have experience this this group?