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I wanted to share an informative article on how the job market is influencing where investors are likely to be more successful in investing. 

Local relationships are good, but conventional lenders have the same line of products...the creative lenders will have a very different portfolio of products...the product you need may not be offered by local lenders in your area.Lenders have zero influence on the deal itself outside of what an independent appraiser/inspector relays to them...local knowledge of markets is not in play at all.

That's when they'll give opinions and ideas not influenced by monetary gain.

It has always been interesting to me that the REI is not a pure supply-demand space because of the influence of the third parties.

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Having a social media following can help you grow your brand and influence, and as a result, your client flow.

Apartment investors: what are your favorite HARD questions you ask DMs and influencers when trying to buy their apartment building?

That should also influence the decision.

It takes a while to really build a reputation in any particular niche, so don't give up on your area of expertise. 2) Make sure everyone you know (sphere of influence) is aware that you're an agent. 3) Don't pick your company based on flashy pitches or pseudo promises.