All Forum Posts by: Craig Chapman

Just want to start this off by saying if this question comes across as insulting that is definitely not my intent. I'm only asking this for informational purposes. No harm intended.

I've been doing a lot of research on properties for sale in my local area. Maybe looked at over 100 properties. Another investor mentioned to me that I need a realtor. But why? Why do I need to use a realtor? What can they do to benefit my search for investment properties? 

Howdy folks! I'm Craig and I live in the Dallas area. I've been looking into real estate for quite some time. I have a full time job so my interest has peaked around houses priced well and renting them out to families. I'm not into the get rich quick stuff. I want this to be a 10-15 year investment of my time and money without compromising my current career....but if I can sustain myself doing this then I would totally quit.

My mind is like a sponge right now! I can't wait to soak up everyone's knowledge and experience.

Where are you guys going to find out what the local rent market is looking like? I have yet to pull the trigger on my first property because I just can't get the math to work out. I'm monitoring local realtor listings for houses up for rent and seeing when they go offmarket but I'm not sure how accurate that kind of research is. Is there an easier way? Would someone local like a realtor be a resource for that?