I would almost feel uncomfortable asking him to do that actually.

If you’re not familiar with the marketing strategies you want to employ or you’re at all uncomfortable with your knowledge of specific real estate investing techniques, you should consider finding a good mentor that specializes in the type of investing in which you’re most interested.

I have a HVAC contractor, a plumber and a roofer I routinely use.

Even minor and routine rental expenses, like a two week vacancy, cleanup, and advertising for and screening a new tenant will be out of pocket.

That way you never have to do the song and dance routine that banks want to put you through to qualify for a loan.There are a number of courses available out there,check for posts on this forum.

Listing agent may become very uncomfortable with their client spending time with other agents.

The things I mention, plus utilities, taxes, insurance, routine maintenance, capital expenses, etc.

If you're uncomfortable with a handshake deal like that, use a flex option contract, then assign it.

Do any of you routinely use one of those sites with success??

This is just slightly skewd from our normal routine. :D