I have had some success going through someone named Kim Butler in my local OKC market, and she is usually able to shop multiple insurance companies when I run into a more unique scenario such as multi-unit properties.

Example - I purchased an automotive shop with all the equipment intact at a bankruptcy auction for $117,000.

They could still be shopping around thinking they can just change their mind if they find something better while leaving you completely in the dark.  

But unless you are a market expert and know exactly where the neighborhood cut off, and what a tenant in that area would expect etc, then you'll likely have a hard time without an agent or local rep of some kind.  

Brokers are able to shop all of insurance providers and find you the best deal!

When I buy properties I’m looking for newer properties, in nicer neighborhoods, with almost zero exterior maintenance.

In my area it's a mix of boutique local commercial shops and the big national players. 

What  about the neighborhood?

Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.

I hope to connect with people in the community, learn how to shop investments, find markets, and all things CRE.