If house hacking is not an option where you are now and its something you'd be up for then I'd personally be looking to remedy that.Waiting for prices to drop and then investing more locally means that you'd now have two depreciated assets - one with an even bigger shortfall than it represents now. 

I am interested in becoming a realtor, so I can represent myself.

Then everyone could use this and mail a copy to their local representative at both levels of government.

I would typically ask the realtor this question but I am using the seller's agent to represent both parties so wanted to get outside opinion just be sure.

Is the PM a realtor, representing the seller or is this going to be a for sale by owner deal?

I also heard I need a buyers agent to represent me if I ever acquire the deal???? 

@Frank HinckNot sure about "many states" but for example in Florida; you are required to have a license if you are:"(a) Representing to the public, through advertising or other means of communicating or providing information (including the use of business cards, stationery, brochures, signs, rate lists, or promotional items), by any medium whatsoever, that such individual can or will perform the activities described in F.S. 494.001(23).

I've received a full asking offer from a represented buyer however the buyer is not able to procure a traditional loan yet as they have moved here from abroad.

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That represents 1 empty apartment month per year. 9% is an odd number for property management, move it to 10% or dig into what management companies are going to charge you.