No matter how many dollars Z is throwing at marketing, no one can buy off your reputation of THE go to person that buys and flips houses.Don't be scared of Zillow.

Ask for references, look at other projects, and make sure that they have a reputation for both finding great deals, analyzing well and operating well.

I'd never use grout between a tub and a wall.If you want to get a nice look at a small extra expense, buy "grout caulk," which is caulk made by grout manufacturers to match shades of their grout.

I DO NOT want a reputation for roaches. 

@Andy Reichert, I started by talking to a real estate agent who worked for a reputable company locally.

Attorney is a shark, one of the best reputations in my area. 

Potential partners, clients, sellers, service providers will want to know they're working with a reputable person / company.  

HOA Board seeks reliable reputable monthly cleaning/maintenance company to clean common entry areas for 24-unit building.Recommendations appreciated!

He is part of a reputable team in Dallas and my question to the BP community is:What is reasonable expect from an agent?

Now, since they do not know the interior condition of the house you are able to appeal your county valuation by providing an appraisal telling them the house is worth less per a reputable ad valorem tax appraisal or other methods (county should tell you what they accept).