First, in terms of negotiating, I have experience buying a home outside the USA and I noticed the RE agent, who I assume was a negotiating expert, didn't negotiate very well.

With Baselane, you can easily track income, expenses, and rent payments, which gives you clear insights into your financial health.

Any insights from those with experience would be greatly appreciated.

Hi Elizabeth, BiggerPockets has a Featured Property Management Finder, which can be a good way for you to find some local experts to initiate conversations with.

It is essential that you consult with an experienced cross-border team including attorney(s) and tax expert(s) to ensure that you access the right advice!

Hi All,First off, thanks to anyone who has any type of insight here, it is greatly appreciated! 

I’ve worked with a number of out-of-state investors and can share insights on the neighborhoods, market trends, and rental demand.Since you’re visiting in October, I'd love to meet up and go over some potential investment opportunities in person.

Hi Prasit,To transition from agent to acquisition manager, here’s the quick path:Leverage Your Agent Skills: Use your market knowledge, negotiation experience, and connections to find and analyze deals—key acquisition manager skills.Wholesaling Experience (Optional): Wholesaling can help build your deal-finding and analysis skills, but it’s not necessary if you can transition directly using your agent background.Training: Consider certifications like CCIM for commercial real estate or courses on platforms like BiggerPockets to sharpen your acquisition expertise.Network: Connect with investors or real estate firms to gain insights and potential job opportunities in acquisitions.Let me know if you need help with financing as you move forward!

I’d love to hear your insights to help guide newer investors like myself and others in the community.

Looking forward to your insights and tips as I embark on this exciting journey!