This has led me to consider the possibility of becoming a real-estate agent, as I think it will allow me to get hands on in the industry, gain confidence with the process, become better at sales, network, have access to the MLS, and hopefully make more than I currently do.

Whether it’s an even split or some sort of equity agreement, the group members get access to an asset they otherwise may not have been able to afford.Shared workload.

Agreed with disclosing that detail in the listing, but also include parking access info.

Try and get direct access to the court officer / bailiff / sheriff (whomever performs your evictions) and get on their schedule in advance if you can. 

I've been a MS Access application developer for about 30 years and know a little about Excel.

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Find someone with access to Costar.

But since there is a limit to how much money the bank has access to....their rate will be higher...and usually a shorter term.

Next, figure out how much capital you have access to for purchasing real estate.