I don't know about your state but mine (TN) has a lookup tool that will show you the agent's original license date, the brokerage incorporation date, etc. 

@Michael BaumEvery property we ever stayed at had a physical book so yes - it definitely suffices.

I'd still venture your online ads might be more beneficial, but NOT having physical signs means you're not getting the foot traffic. 

The original poster's easiest route would be to have the owners of those titles request a lost title from the DMV, and then once the DMV sends them a physical title, have the owners sign them over to him.

That being said, I've definitely signed leases for properties that were on the other side of the country and I didn't get a chance to physically see them before signing the lease.

I understand that with traditional mortgages, it is unlikely to receive lending that incorporates speculative renovation costs.

If it's a good asset(meaning primarily good location), you eat the 5.3% cap no problem you own the physical asset.

It doesn't add layers of physical damage coverage or cover things that wouldn't otherwise be covered.

Being in NY maybe something to do with physical document transportation?

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