That way, if the inspector misses something HUGE, you can't sue the Realtor for recommending them.However, there is also a line of thinking (that I personally subscribe to), that bringing those single decisions (1 inspector, 1 title company, 1 insurance agent, etc) to the table is part of the fiduciary duty that Realtors have to their clients. 

However, I subscribe to a lot of the logic in the E-Myth and Rich Dad books about planning / thinking for the long term instead of just the next individual opportunity. 

I've seen several ups & downs of the housing market over the years and I don't subscribe to the notion that prices Only Go UP, or It's Different THIS Time, or I Can Outsmart the Market.

Use can also find a list of major local brokerages in your area, for example, Acadia, Marcus&MIllichamp, etc and subscribe to their distribution emails with new deals.

Some local boards will allow you to be a "member," pay annual board dues, get access to the MLS, and subscribe to the electronic key service to view listings.

I have been along time subscriber to international living, and it's been a dream for a long time!

I am a subscriber to there site but just for the information.

Here's a few basic questions that will really determine if I need to get licensed :My understanding is you must be a licensed realtor and a member of NAR to subscribe to the MLS ?

The information is typically only released once a week, so anybody who subscribes to the service gets it at the same time.If you want leads for people before that point, credit bureaus can provide those.

You can also subscribe to the YouTube channel if your a visual person.