It is a HUGE bummer as an agent to write up an offer to go to a junk property (happened to me last week) to end up pulling out.

@Alyssa DinsonYou can look up investor-friendly agents and PM's on BP in the area you choose. 

Its a Niche that you can find agents that can do the hard part for you. 

I am an investor in Cincinnati (not an agent/realtor), a native Cincinnatian and enjoy talking with anyone interested in the area.

Brown, I obviously don't use other registered agents so @Nathan Gesner suggestion is pretty good. 

If you need any connections to contractors, agents, or property managers, let me know—I’d be happy to help.

As an agent, you can also represent yourself and put your commission toward the down payment, further lowering your out of pocket costs.

I likely purchased this property too quickly as it was the 4th property we toured and we didn't negotiate on asking price as the house was previously under contract and my agent advised against lowering.

HiI am starting my real estate journey in 2025 and started connecting with agents and lenders.

Call every local investor agenda (look at the agents that have investment property listings and call them) and call every local landlord that owns multiple properties (you can get lists off of Deal Machine).