While it might feel like an extra charge to tenants, these packages often provide value that indirectly benefits the property owner as well—like reduced maintenance calls or ensuring the property is better protected.In my experience managing a large portfolio of properties, these fees are becoming more common due to the thin margins in property management.

That way whenever you do find a deal you'll already have a list of buyers that are ready to buy and get a deal done. 

@Paige Corsello...You could call your bank contacts and find out if they are broker friendly.

In the same amount of work I could find an undervalued deal in my market through existing channels.

Getting that first property is exciting—and yeah, NYC is no joke when it comes to price of entry.Honestly, a lot of people I’ve talked to in your shoes end up finding better opportunities just outside the city.

I have came across the 203k loan where the numbers might work better if I find a good deal but there is alot that comes with the 203k loan and I want to make sure I am heading in the right direction.

Its normally fee service providers who are the greatest advocates of the program, whether it be agents, PM's, coaches/gurus. 

Cashflow How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

What is the website to find the lenders and their experience?

Love to keep relator out of it, but may need realtor to find a next deal for me as a duplex up to 4 plex on VA loan/owner occupy.