The promise for the prospective agent to represent every flip from the buy side to the sell side is only as valid as the agent's due diligence and work ethic, and trust would need to be built in the process. 

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Jenny Yi’s lack of professionalism and work ethic left me with a lot of stress and frustration.

I agree 100% with @Stuart Udis these turnkey operators and what I would call un-ethical sales people are pushing cashflow numbers that aren't real. 

I’m not claiming to know it all—I’m here to learn, build relationships, and grow.Here’s what I bring to the table:A strong understanding of leveraging Net Operating Income (NOI) to secure financing and reduce out-of-pocket costs.Experience in negotiating deals and identifying opportunities, especially in the LA market where many multi-family properties are under $2 million.Skills in managing larger properties, from scheduling repairs and upgrades to optimizing operations for long-term value.The ability to use AI tools for data analysis, market insights, and deal projections to help us act quickly and efficiently.I’ll be upfront—my funds are limited after dedicating the COVID years to supporting my family, but I have the work ethic and expertise to find and manage properties that perform.

The government has tried it with section 8 and rent control in some cities , we all know the end result .You would be better off starting a jobs program teaching the trades , educating them on finances and work ethic and then rebuilding abandoned properties for them to buy 

I know in my 50 years of being an RE Broker in Multiple states I have had to just go direct its usually frowned upon per ethics but if you think you need to nothing stopping your agent from doing that..  

The Importance of Honesty and Ethics in Private Money LendingAs a private money broker, I am in business to earn a living, but profit should never come at the expense of honesty and integrity.

I definitely recommend taking a look at those first (You can google "Mais Habitação" to get started).In terms of contacts that are investor friendly:* Ivo Sousa from Remax (in Madeira)* Rui Magalhaes from DMA Tax Accountants (in Cascais but with experience in cross-border tax affairs, great work ethic and a solid command of English)These folks aren't on the forum but can be found easily through Google.In terms of STR data: AirDNA is a good starting point 🙂

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.