Same here, when starting out, figuring out how to build something sustainable.

What do you guys see out there, and is MF a good choice in this market?

So far I have seen 2-2.5% the only 0% was from a small local commercial brokerage who always had a reputation to lowball buyers agents so most agents just never send out their deals. 

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Are there red flags I should be looking out for?

Sorry for the acronyms, they just come out.

I have a buddy that's very successful in D Class areas.He drives around all day putting out fires, getting in literal fist fights from time to time, throwing people out of their apartments or changing locks when they leave, constantly breaking the law because they are "civil matters" and he knows the tenants won't come after him, and shaking folks down for late rent.I'm sure folks in A Class areas are doing the same, right?

My name is Brandon and I'm out of Texas.  

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If it'd be helpful to have a backup option in place for them, feel free to reach out happy to answer any questions on that.