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MLS access and being an agent?
Do I need to be a Real Estate agent to get MLS access? Would I only need to get my license and just renew? What about REA association fees, would I need those? Im still struggling with the idea and thinking I just want to be an investor.
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Hi @A. Maldonado,
If you're considering just getting your licence to do you own deals...don't. It's not worth the time, money, or effort. It will actually put more onus on you, the "professional", when you're doing deals. Instead, partner with an experienced agent.