Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Whether it applies or not it's always a good idea to check with a professional first so thanks for the reply.

Quote from @Michael James Hamlin: We just moved to Baldwin county and we are looking to network/partner up with other professionals in new construction, fix and flip or commercial.

If you know of any exceptional professionals in the Cleveland area with a strong track record or if you believe you are one yourself please reach out to me and I will get back to you.

While I’m new to the business, I’m eager to learn, grow, and connect with local investors, landlords, and fellow real estate professionals.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Nothing wrong with being an agent, but like others have said..an agent will have way more resources, credibility, for commercial real estate.If you raised money and portrayed yourself as a professional investment firm, kind of like a mini hedge fund, and networked with owners and professionals, and end up getting a deal because now you're  a real buyer with money, and you flip that property to another outfit or individual at a large mark-up..that's what I always considered wholesaling.The problem with all of this is, commercial owners are smart, commercial buyers are smart, very smart and will see through BS immediately.So a buyer may see what you're doing, but, if you got a really good deal, and it has re-positioning opportunity, value-adds, then they will buy. 

Our opinions should not make a difference, if you're doing your diligence properly.You'll just get realtors, or real estate professionals, from both locals promoting their area based off a keyword search for posts like this.

To properly evaluate the condition and determine the cost of renovations, always have a professional inspection done before making a purchase.4.