Instead of paying into someone else’s property, you could be using that allowance to finance your own real estate investment.In Germany, you have access to a stable market with long-term growth potential, and U.S. service members and government civilians have unique advantages here.

Especially #4 about durability.Do you charge your clients a flat fee based on size/price per sqft for your services, or % of spend?  

Do you use a “book” for information or an online service ?

On the other hand, I’m hesitant to simply pay down more of a property, as we don’t need the immediate cash flow.Fortunately, both my wife’s job and mine are recession-proof, which allows us to be a bit more aggressive with our investments.I’d really appreciate advice from investors who have experience with frequent moves or military service.

If it is with HUD, did they foreclose or is HUD servicing the loan? 

Those are my thoughts and the things you have to tighten up if you actually want to offer this as a service. 

Competing with Experienced ProfessionalsNew agents may feel overwhelmed by more established competitors in the industry.Solution: Focus on your unique strengths, provide excellent customer service, and embrace modern technology to differentiate yourself.The challenges of being a new realtor or investor are real, but they’re not insurmountable.

You CAN limit that agreement to a specific property; but, as others have stated, agents are looking for a certain amount of loyalty from their clients.If an agent gets vibes from a prospective client that indicates that they want to cheapskate and not pay a professional for their service, they are not likely to waste their time with them.

@Suzy FarmanHere’s what’s worked for me:Leverage Airbnb/VRBO: Many insurance companies use these platforms via third-party services.

I don’t need help often but have had good luck with customer service when needed.