Can I have more than one multi-family broker?

[Shalon Palmer]

Hey everyone! I’m in the beginning/education stage of my real estate journey and looking for my first multi-family apartment deal. I’m also working on building a network/team. The first thing I’m looking for is an excellent broker. In everything I’ve read and heard, I know how important it is to find a great broker. I need someone who hustles like me. However, in my networking, I can see myself meeting and giving my info to many brokers. My question is this, should I only choose one broker? It seems that having multiple would be beneficial...more deal options, different networks. And the one who sends me the deal I purchase “wins”. Competition is good for the consumer?

What am I missing? Is there unwritten etiquette here where I only choose one? Or is it normal to have multiple? Or maybe I just have one but get on the email list of multiple? I would just love some insight here before I start really building my network. I wouldn’t want to do anything to hurt my credibility or reputation.

Also, should I have different brokers for different markets?

Im just nervous to pick “the one” so early in my experience before I have a great understanding of what I really need. Thanks!