Clarify your strategy—whether it's rentals, flips, or house hacking—and build a team of agents, lenders, and contractors.

They make their money off of real estate agents, but real estate agents are the worst people to make money off because they are highly unreliable and in and out of the business when the market changes.Their target should be the consumer with higher levels that they can subscribe too for data, since Zillow is linked to the MLS now which makes their data somewhere more reliable.

For on the ground evaluations, I rely on local contacts: agents, contractors, or even property inspectors to provide walkthrough videos and detailed feedback.

I am looking to grow my buy and hold rental portfolio and would love to network with other investors/agents/wholesalers etc.

The asking price was 125,000 and after I did a walkthrough with my agent I offered 100,000 because the house needed some serious work done.

If it were me, I would reach out to other franchisees in your area (perhaps your Development Agent might have some insight...see...I know the Subway lingo and I've done Subways in my banking days).

Cash flow depends on the down payment, but using a HELOC could keep your cash reserves intact while you get started.Make sure to build a reliable team (property managers, agents, etc.) to help you manage the property while working full-time. 

I would prefer to sell the property vacant or the easiest less stressful way as possible, however I was advised that could deter investors buyers interest as the rental income is a one of my strong selling points.I am open and would appreciate any thoughts and/or suggestions from fellow agents or investors alike.Thanks

Is is subjective by real estate agents?

So we have a showing agent for buyers and tenants and a host of independent contractors for handywork, cleanouts, unit turnovers, HVAC, plumbing, electric.......ETC.