The questions in the forums about choosing a brokerage are everywhere, so I thought this might be helpful as a placeholder for other investor-friendly agents who can add their experience in choosing or switching brokerages over the years.I've been investing for over 30 years and licensed as an agent for 10 years.

I don't believe that you can get a specific contingency on vacant space for CRE, but typical due diligence is 60-90 days with 1 or multiple 30 day extensions. 

Hey all, I'm new to investing,.

Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction2.

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Austin.

Additionally, I’ve secured seller financing for half of the purchase price, but I’ve been told this could complicate things further since banks typically prefer being in the first lien position.

so in 2018 i invested to one fund that's offering regular decent cashflows.

Investment Info:Condo buy & hold investment.

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

@Ashley Guerra - I live and invest outside of Philadelphia, so I can't comment on your specific markets in central and south Jersey, but can provide my perspective on things to think about to help your decision.1) I would consider speaking to 3-5 people/investors in each market you are considering (central and south Jersey) to listen to their thoughts on pros/cons of the area and how they invest.