No different than gambling. 

I have been lucky enough to continue to be chosen to lead the company by our investors. 

So here is my question, I know a reputable firm that provides this service but how can I set up the 'business partnership' where they are my chosen vendor for this service without my clients trying to go behind my back to deal with them directly, thereby kicking me out the middle.

Insight: If this option is chosen, tax rules only allow a cost segregation study (for the new property) to apply to the excess basis, not to the carryover basis.

This also helps with our HERS rating.Converted Garage SpaceNew Living and Dining SpaceNew Living and Dining SpaceIN SUMIf I could do it over again, I would have chosen a location with fewer restrictions (historic and planning).

As has been said if you don’t have anyone local to rely on you’re probably gambling.

I have decided to offer this at no cost in the spirit of open source knowledge and improving our chosen profession. 

Any illegal activity like drug dealing, prostitution or gambling can attract unwanted elements.

Once you've done your research and chosen a market, take action.

I'd say first identify a strategy, choose a market that aligns with it and establish your Core 4 Real Estate Team.The main challenge I observed is that individuals often lack a clear end goal or strategy or they select a market that doesn't align with their chosen strategy.