I agree with Brian and I'd consult with your tax professional. 

As always consult your CPA before making a decision.

Some agents might lean towards a fixed fee for off-market deals if they're more in a consulting role rather than running the whole show.

If you want a free consult, we're available. 

It's always a good idea to consult with local real estate professionals and do thorough market research before making any investment decisions.

- Have a strong lease agreement in place (consult a solid property manager or real estate agent for examples) and vet your tenants well.- Understand the areas that are most in demand for renters are likely the areas where owner occupants begin to push purchase prices to the point where the property barely cash flows as an investment at first.

I'm located in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area and am open to properties basically anywhere in southern Michigan (anything south of Muskegon from Lake Michigan to Lake Huron is fair game imo.)I now have a fairly large nest egg of cash beyond all of my other investments (stocks, bonds, treasuries, crypto) and I want to turn that cash into a real estate investment or investments and I think my deep background in tech, systems, and marketing should be able to help me substantially.It seems to me like BRRRR on multifamily units makes the most sense, but I'm open to suggestions.I'm basically retired at this point as the only work I do each week is 3-4 hours of consulting for larger tech companies and I'm on a couple advisory boards.What are the best first steps in building a team and creating the systems necessary to start making deals?

welcome to the world of insurance, where everyone is trying to one-up the other guy. this happens across the whole insurance spectrum and not limited just to home insurance. to the OP, shop around and get a new carrier, then start consulting with experienced roofers in your area on what you remedy could be.

Someone like SunBelt, but there may be dozens like this company who regularly sell such businesses, works with consultants who have buyers looking for these businesses, and have experience with valuations.Does the business own the real estate or do they lease?

If you are not already working with a Qualified Intermediary on this, I'd be happy to give you a free consult to walk you through the details of your case.