But due to the above factors- we're still in a hot and heavy seller's market, with no real relief in sight for buyers (add to that, with the new Burnett / National of Realtors settlement, they will be squeezed even further, having to also potentially shell out their Buyer's agent fees, which, traditionally, have been added into the seller's listing price before listing to provide to the Buyer's agent).

Can agents get commissions/referral fees for their own purchases out of state?

@Trace AdamsI am doing this exact same strategy nearby.I am an investor friendly agent as well.

Have your agent meet the appraiser and prepare and appraisal packet

However, Texas Eviction is telling me that since my loan is "federally backed" (my understanding is that this means that Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae owns my mortgage loan) that I have to post a 30-day notice instead of a 3-day notice.

So if you are looking to meet agents, wholesalers, maybe a couple lenders, or some investors that have done a few flips or own a couple SFRs, you will find many people there.This isn't to say they are bad, but in the several dozens I have attended, they have not been worth my time, professionally or personally.  

I am an agent here so if you want to learn more, let me know!

Most agents only have a salespersons license and must be under the supervision of a broker. 

I have a great agent that is working with me to structure a solid yet creative deal.

I just git done talking to an agent and she asked me to send my offer via email for her to relay to the seller.