Even though you have large search radius, at the end of the day most of the support an agent provides for you will focus on understanding buildings/layouts, analyzing deals and providing comps, and then making sure your transaction is logistically smooth. 

If you want "drama" in your investing, go it alone, if you want smooth sailing find an investor to work with that actually invests in the type of properties you are interested in.

I am going to sit down with a potential investor (relative) about lending me some money to assist with a down payment on a great property I have in the pipeline.Looking for tips to help the conversation go smooth ?

May every day go as smoothly :)

The landlord may even be willing to help with some management or maintenance just to smooth the transition, that's a big tax bill all at once too.I don't look at cap rates, I look at cash flow in rentals, because if you need a mortgage, the bank or lender will only want the cash to pay the note.

My agent @Aaron Nelson made it a smooth process.

No design, just smooth concrete. 

I want to ensure a smooth transition between owners, but closing on the last day of the month seems a little tricky. 

Best case scenario, things go smoothly, your friend receives their disability, and you get a stock market-like return on your $10k over the next few years. 

@Jennifer Stradtman 3-5 years if it goes pretty smoothly.