Referrals from local investors on BiggerPockets can be a great resource. https://www.biggerpockets.com/business/finder/agents@Mark Ainley sounds like a great person to link up with!

I've bought a ton of homes pre-foreclosure and at auction, happy to be a resource on that stuff, plus we just launched Bid Pirate, which is the one place online for NH, where you can see all the upcoming foreclosure auctions in one spot - you can learn a lot from the regulars at the auctions........ get after it, sister!

@Dave Foster is a great resource on 1031 exchanges. 

I would assume any halfway intelligent human being would understand we mean "shut and lock" but maybe I assume too much. 

I find it's very personal, and dependent a lot on your goals, resources, risk tolerance, location, experience, etc.

With the right resources and preparation, you’re set up for success!

Here's a video with some tips, but I recommend you watch several videos, read some blogs, and educate yourself on what to look for in a brokerage:Thanks for the resources Nathan!

Hey Scott,Let me know if I can be a resource for you here in Cincinnati!

I’d be happy to share some resources and point you in the right direction!

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