Costar cost? Any alternatives?

[Parikshith Gari]

Hello Friends,

I am new to this forum or real estate investing for that matter. 
Wondering if you guys know how much would Costar would cost.
Any other alternatives to Costar and why?

Thanks in Advance!

FYI: My search criteria for Costar is - Multifasmily in Northern California.

[Russ Kitzberger]

This is where a commercial broker can help you save money and time; When you interview any broker, confirm they have CoStar, CREXI, Catylist, their local MLS and Commercial MLS, are members of the local Commercial REALTOR council, and receive other brokers IDX feeds. You will find lots of Carpetbaggers trying out commercial from residential as the residential markets shift. It takes $14-20k per year to participate fully in datasources for most markets plus hours per week to see all the listings and movement. Finally, if you want a broker to be fully committed, consider retaining them in an exclusive agreement.