Many agents offer a temporary agreement (Zillow uses 7 days) for a few showings or a single property, so you can test the relationship without a long-term commitment.

At $15K a year, that's just bare minimum without any of the other modules that Yardi offers.

It is a standard conventional loan and was offered as a promotional financing by builder at the rate of 5% for investors. 

And good luck to @Eve Favorse on the offer!!

Like SW Florida, TX, TN  Some cities in those states are not necessarily the best cash flow positive, but they offer good appreciation potential.

Holding the new property until passing offers a step-up in basis, eliminating deferred taxes for heirs.

MLS, Made an offer I couldn't refuse How did you finance this deal?

I'm not an loan officer, but I know some banks locally like ORNL Credit Union have offered a 0% down conventional loan product.

Japanese people culturally like brand new and shiny products and you will have a small market of investors who won't touch unless you offer attractive yields.

Yes, it's true that you might be able to find a product you need at a greater discount when a brand like Wayfair or CB2 is having a sale, but I've found that they truly do offer superior discounts at scale, even considering the fee.