They have to have skills that I can't get from a contractor.Sounds like this guy satisfies #1 for you, but if he's basically going to just be a contractor on the project, you can hire other contractors without having to give up equity.Also, I'll *never* partner with a contractor, simply because it makes it very difficult to fire the person as a contractor if he's not doing a good job. 

We are doing virtual events right now but will be going back to in person as soon as we feel it’s advisable to do so.

I don't think that means you pay a person a commission just because you've worked together in the past, but I do believe it means you at least should consider cluing the agent in to what you've got going on.

@Matt M. As

No mas. 

Jen saw it in person a couple of days ago.

Any deals you can't make - refer them to the auction company and make a fee.Always look for PROFIT CENTER opportunities - referrals fees from investors or others - always be alert to profit opportunities.IDEA for cash flow ----- Work a PIGGY BACK PROGRAM ---- get on all mailing list of auction companies in your area - where there are auctions that are being held in front of the property -- Contact owners of properties in the neighborhood where there is going to be an auction - Script: letter or in person - "As a public and private service - I wanted to let you know there is going to be a real estate auction at 123 Main Street at 2 pm - you may want to attend - if you would like to sell your property at 2:15 pm I can make that arrangements for you - oh - there are no commissions or settlement cost and no advertising fee."

Run your process with this person as well.

People have a hard time resisting this kind of invitation from someone who appears legitimate.You can of course use sites like Crexi or Loopnet or broker websites to find out who the brokers in town are, but you will have much better luck seeing good deals from them if you meet them in person, as I described.Another fantastic way is to get a personal introduction.  

I wasn't aware of the whole income after expenses thing for self-employed person. As