From digging into real time market data and calcualting cash flow.. to literally driving for dollars, you want someone with an incredible network of pros who can unearth leads (probate attorneys, divorce attorneys, local fix and flip circles) that might connect you with a ready buyer or flud tenant.

@Travis Timmons Thanks for sharing this data.

Does anyone know of any real estate brokers in California that offers the MLS-only membership as I don't want to pay all the extra fees to be a part of CAR/NAR.

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

Just be sure to stay on top of your contributions, fees, and any extra paperwork so you can get the most out of those “triple tax” benefits.Hope this helps!

I just had to take extra money out of my personal account and funnel into my rental account. 

Extra set of eyes, second opinion and diversity of your own investments

You can always take extra courses or certifications later to level up your skills.

The pet fee or deposit for the move in of 2 cats (you did charge one, I hope) should have just about covered the extra anyway.

The software steers you through most of the data entry.