If you are calling the licensed person off the radio AD a lot of money.

I am based in Seattle, but is licensed in Tx.You can acquire your a primary residence from up to 1-4 units for as low as 5% with conventional or 3.5% with FHA with a few exceptions.

It will give you their time as a licensed professional, the education they have completed for the current renewal schedule, and any disciplinary action against them.

I got my license as an agent and have done a lot to learn as much as possible about the market I'm in and the real estate world in general.I am working with one investor currently, building a plan to start spec building in the new year, with a few other ideas as well.I'm excited to meet like minded people on this forum!

My strategy was to establish credibility with one OTA before diversifying.

In short - if you aren't licensed to do the work -  your services aren't going to satisfy the permitting agency.  

The National Association of Realtors.That said, I will not be signing an Exclusive Right to Represent as an established real estate investor, and I’m honestly a little annoyed to be asked.I also realize this may qualify for Reddit’s AITAH channel.

If we hope to be in business over the long term, we have to establish "fair and reasonableness." 

That way they keep their licenses and ratings.I don't see much of a difference really.Don't keep them out as they will get increasingly suspicious and they might pull your permit for non-compliance.

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