I'm not sure what exactly you're looking for in a real estate agent, but she's very responsive, gets offers written up and sent out fast, and will remind me to think about certain factors regarding the area/property when I get off-track.

If landlord sends the money back with Check and tracking number, it is considered not accepted.

Sounds like you're on the right track. 

While it’s possible engaging in one of these programs can shorten the time required to become a “power” agent considerably, it also may be a gigantic waste of money if marketing efforts are engaged without waiting for the all important test results.One popular career tract being offered in collegiate business programs across the world right now is marketing data analytics - analyzing the results of test marketing campaigns and applying/interpreting these results to form an effective and profitable marketing program.The other choice is to engage one of the many companies that will set up a generic real estate agency website for you, with the usual stock photos as well as MLS feed, create a blog and tie it to the new website, and start posting information and answering questions are various social media sites.After getting your feet wet, you can purchase services such as SEO, or a PPC campaign, on a a la charge basis, and track the results using one of many analytical programs available online.

Hey Tanner,Welcome in, its a good idea to build your team as you get started and then being ready to pull the trigger when the right deal comes along.Our firm helps to track down unconventional financing for clients through various hard money/DSCR lenders.

While there is absolutely no rental track record, he estimates the potential (and the word potential is important here) rental income at a very attracted level based on comparisons with places like Hong Kong, Singapore or Dubai.

Tack on the anti-landlord laws that CA is trying to pass ("Justice for Renters Act") and it just didn't make sense from an investment prospective for me. 

I am trying to decide what I would lose by not working with this individual with a good track record and a large YouTube following.

As a MTR newbie, I'm learning how important it is to constantly be updating your listings and keeping track of which platform your guest comes from, all the while mixing in STR stays to cover the gaps between the mid-term guests.

And you're definitely on the right track in planning for upscale decor and amenities.