You are much better off researching what your local banks will do for you, and also research the benefits and disadvantages of what hard money loans will do for you.

He's still at a disadvantage compared to a local, but not by much, because of the way he has educated himself. 

In other words, just build it into the sales price for the buyer to pay... net the same to the seller, only no disadvantage potentially to the listing/seller in extended market time.  

BTW If you are flipping or doing business in Leavenworth County, KS you are at a disadvantage.

Usually the first person to present a number during negotiations is at a disadvantage......

I'd love to hear more about the advantages/disadvantages of investing in Puerto Rico - would be an interesting blog post if/when you have time.

I see the advantages of being a licensed agent and member of my local MLS outweigh the disadvantages of not.It changes what I can do and how I must disclose my status as an agent.

How does using a buyers agent put Roy or anyone else at a disadvantage?

They should be agreeable since all but one are already [email protected] a term lease is to the advantage of the tenant and a disadvantage to the landlord when it comes time to get rid of a tenant. 

  $850 for insurance for duplex.Also gotta keep in mind that a lot of people buying duplexes are self managing and not including management fee in there, which is going to put you at a disadvantage.