One thing I've noticed many experienced investors are recommending to do, but many first-time investors don't practice is; to go and see the out-of-state property in person.

I've seen some posts both here on BP, in local FB groups, and heard comments in person corroborate this.

As an appraiser, I will take all the info on the house and use it to estimate the quality and condition, in order to compare it to comparables (recent sales) with relatively similar quality and condition.

Flat fee services, multiple layer and level packages (Silver, Gold, Platinum) have accompanied all kinds of other offerings, tenant and eviction insurance, marketing fees, reporting fees, tech fees, and even talk-to-a-real person fees.

What's the reason to repurchase - for personal use or investment?

He has personally helped me with insurance in Michigan and has worked magic for me!

Hey Abhishek, I've been investing in Detroit personally since 2019.

My personal SFH built in 2019 has been on the rental market since Oct. 2023.

What qualities do you look for in a real estate agent when seeking to partner or work with them?

As that will at least help folks that you reach out to know that you are a real person, with a picture and professional bio.