Santarelli as an absolute industry expert (podcast, websites, press, social media advertisement) cause investors to have a false sense of security.

You could also ask the employer if they can spread out the bonus over multiple years. 

I also got on a call with FlipSystem with a rep, who turned out to be Antoine's girlfriend (that wasn't disclosed during the call but it's clear from the social media posts she's his gf).

A BRRRR strategy or house hacking with a duplex can maximize your returns.Consider leveraging financing to acquire multiple properties, which spreads risk and scales your portfolio faster.

Are you active on your business profiles on social media?

If you spread the 300k across a couple of assets, you will do better long-term, but worse short-term.

As Dion mentioned it's not about a % of UPB, bottom line it's the spread of the discount and time held too.

I search them on LinkedIn, Facebook, and all social media.

You have to build a foundation of trust through your past clients, your social media presence, and your honesty and ability to educate.The problem with the agents who are here with you guys on BP is that there is nothing to say they are really investor-friendly agents.

Satisfied guests aren’t just likely to leave glowing reviews—they may also spread the word to friends or choose to rebook themselves, keeping your property consistently booked and increasing your revenue!