If you don't have access, tell a realtor in the area you are looking that you are interested.

In some states (like Virginia) if you own over 4 rental properties, at least one of which falls inside certain counties in Virginia, you are subject to the much more restrictive Landlord and Tenant laws.

They can send you a list of thier properties that are listed and some of them will send you properties that aren't listed yet, but will be soon.If you area has public access to all listings in your area, you can start by searching in a certain area and looking for key words in the listing descriptions, such as "Lender Owned", "As-Is", "Bank Owned", etc.

First and foremost, you have access to many more tools then the average investor.

While you can gain access to the full MLS data only if (as far as I know) you are a licensed Realtor, you are then subject to the state's Real Estate Board regulations and are also required to pay MLS dues, Real Estate Board fees, and any association dues (Natl Assoc of Realtors, state Association, local Association) fees as well.

Maybe I can work out a deal where I get direct access to MLS and in exchange I will send all of my sales work to the broker.

I have access to companies that are note buyers.

You could find out through a realtor that has access to MLS.

Does anyone know how I might be able to get access to the MLS without getting a real estate license?

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