I don't recommend Quickbooks Online.

We track all of our financials in Quickbooks Online.  

Is this information that I would need to work with a realtor with to access?

I think one of the reasons is they have access to the MLS and are regularly asked to put something on there but they might tell you first. 

I think the cost/fees associated with becoming a real estate agent will be worth it for access to MLS and just to have a better idea of the local market.

I’d be a hypocrite at that point and I have a higher authority to answer to . .. and Really Your not fooling anybody because it only takes a simple online search or call to the tax assets office to find out who actually owns the building even if it’s in a llc .

I met my fiance 2 years ago by using an online dating service.

You can have all the knowledge in the world, all the contacts and references, but if I can't access you when I need you it doesn't matter.

I saw the pictures of the house on line.

There is information online about cities that have the most flipping activities and cash buyers that should give you a good idea of maybe a popular area.I think most importantly, is building a buyers list so you know what kind of properties to focus on.