If you aren't sure who to choose from, ask each of them for a meeting/consultation to break down your goals, the market, and the acquisition process.Once you've selected one, have them draft the offer for you and take it from there.The best agents are responsive, knowledgeable on the local market, have a strong supporting team (i.e. lenders, title, inspectors, title, etc.), and know how to put together a deal.As @Michael K Gallagher mentioned, you'd want to clarify whether or not your agent is also representing the seller.

We know that we most likely will not get any responses, but let's see what happens! 

I'm overwhelmed with all the responses.

Either of your scenarios can work.I believe that @Beth Johnson makes these loans and might have something to add.Thank you for the response and the connect!

Let me know of your progress if you would, and we'll both keep an eye out for further responses to this thread.

Appreciate your response!

Hi, thank you so much for your response and the suggestions, this is really helpful. 

If the USD looses half it's value, thus loosing half it's purchasing power, what do you think the DOW would change in response? 

You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.There are over 20 real estate accountants on this site.

I feel like it can be costly on utilities but the tenants are responsible for water and electricity anyways.