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A good broker should be able to guide you in your investment decisions in terms of giving you insights about different markets and asset classes, current trends in those markets, any other specialized info and statistics that they have access to and that is not publicly available.

The latter had very user friendly interfaces, answer guided questions which led to more specific questions.

The lakefront is a tremendous resource and Milwaukee needs to continue to bring back its downtown, then the surrounding neighborhoods will follow suit.

I am looking for agents, wholesalers, possibly another investor, and a guide or business partner for future endeavors in Omaha.

Find a couple local BP realtors and they can guide you and tell you about the area or put you in touch with someone in the area you are interested in.

This is a great community for connecting to the resources you need to take your business to the next level. 

You can still find properties for $40k (might need a little work)Curtis Waters  on here is a wonderful resource for GastoniaEverything is about networking. 

Go through the massive resources available on BP and I'm sure you will find some that fit your goals and current situation. 

A good Realtor should know your particular market inside and out, help you analyze the cost effectiveness of buying certain properties and assist you in offer negotiations while guiding you through the entire REI process.