All Forum Posts by: Abena Yeboa

@Russell Brazil thanks! Yes I’ve noted realtor.com and zip realty at least which definitely seemed like great free resources. Are there others? However I’ve also noticed how much people have seemed to value their mls access for investing so it seemed like something that could be worth considering.  Def appreciate your cost/benefit perspective as an already licensed person!

@Mike Cumbie thanks much for the reply! I am in New York City. But I’m looking to invest in property in TX(Houston prob), PA (philly) and Georgia(Atlanta). And yes it seemed like the cost/benefit could be worth the time/money at least as I understand at this stage. As I understand from my research, it would just be the $155 app fee and then whatever dues cost. 

Thanks much for the reply/insight, Russell—especially for providing a perspective on some of the downsides of the license!  Very helpful.  I think my primary benefit would be to try and gain access to mls opportunities as an investor. I think there potentially could be additional benefits down the line and in some select circumstances where I would negotiate my own deals, but I would not be inclined to do this regularly (if at all). I would much rather work with a great /experienced agent for deals I’m interested in and do referrals at this point for where I am and my knowledge base. 

Thanks much, Catherine! That's definitely interesting to know. I would need to do more research on how MLS access in NY and the dues here work. I know there is license reciprocity with a number of states (PA being one of them), but it's helpful to know there are agreements to share among various MLS services!

Hi Everyone,

Starting to learn about real estate investing and interested in continuing to learn more. I have a question on opinions re: whether it is advisable to get a brokers license for MLS access. I am an attorney and would not require the exam, education and certification requirements.

It seems like it is pretty helpful as an investor from the podcasts and various information I've reviewed. However, as I understand, you mostly get MLS access depending on the region/state. I live in NY and would get the license here but am interested and have been exploring opportunities in GA, TX and PA.

Would it still be useful to be licensed in NY?  Curious to hear others thoughts on what they would do and advice!  Thanks much in advance!