Quote from @Jonathan Chan: Hi All,I first joined biggerpockets back in 2020 when I decided to get into real estate.

You need the backup option in case the mid-term rental market changes.Minimizing turn costs and downtime is critical.

I would say welcome to guru real estate 101. 

Or find a deal first then market it to buyers, then offer on the house and create an agreement with the seller & buyer?

Also, as a licensed broker, it's important to note that real estate brokers are not Zoning experts. 

I work with Property Management in Houston but can recommend some great networking/educational events for you :) Check out Space City REI - there's monthly meetups with an educational speaker relating to real estate investing and there are plenty of Investors looking for Wholesalers out there! 

A property is available off market that seems to be a great deal.

I've been studying different real estate strategies and would love to understand more about how the permitting process is evolving in that area.Did the realtor mention any specific changes in local ordinances, or was it more of a general observation based on market trends?

I used the funds to acquire real estate that appreciated signficantly.

My real estate business runs without me.