Being upfront with clients and highlighting your strengths—like your market knowledge and dedication—can help minimize the impact of transportation issues.If you're concerned about the costs, maybe focus on building a client base close to home, where transportation won't be as big of an issue.

In today’s market you need a GREAT spread between your purchase and ARV values and that isn’t the easiest thing to find in a high market. 

I'm living and doing my research for the past 7 months for the Madrid market (and the area around it) - will be great do discuss with some members here and share our experience, toughs, etc.It will also be great to discuss the current market situation and share the news - do you think it is still a good time to get into the market?

If they say "it's to cover marketing" then I would argue they probably aren't professional and just charge it because they can.The leasing fee is charged per door, meaning you will pay it every time they place a tenant in one of your rentals.

When interest rates shot up, the market seized.

The guest found you on the platform, so the platform provider deserves compensation for the marketing service they provided.

One of the good things about DSCR Lenders is that the guidelines and programs are different and not cookie-cutter 100% equivalent like conventional lenders that all must mirror the GSEs, etc.Most DSCR Lenders will have similar rates and terms and generally similar processes - so generally what will make the "best" one is the best one for your needs - I would focus on any specialties or niches - like short term rentals, if you do multifamily or mixed use, BRRRR Method or focus in on a specific market - find someone who specializes and has a good track record in that niche or area

We will of course pay fair market rates.Thank you!

Since you're already a real estate agent, you have a great foundation to build on, especially with your market knowledge in Roseburg, Oregon.Here are a few tips to help you get started:Leverage Your Local Expertise: As a local agent, you're already familiar with the Roseburg market.

If I put the money in the stock market, and got a 10% return, well, after tax on the gains, that return is more like 7.5%.