I listened to a lot of RE agents and investors to buy before there's more competition if rates decrease and I could refinance later and raise rents.

We used a buyers agent and it was located thru the local MLS.

I see real estate agents try to invest in real estate, fail, and then poo-poo the whole idea.

I’ve been wondering that same thing.Seems to me when comparing candidate investments, why would I pay more for an investment with risk and work (5% Cap multifamily), than a risk-free passive investment (5% CD or T-Bill).Note that going from a cap rate of 5% to 10% is a 50% drop in price…that’s significant…easy to see why a seller isn’t willing to give a higher return.I’ve asked the question before and gotten answers like it’s because investor borrowing costs vary, and you must consider future rent growth and appreciation … I guess if you have low borrowing costs and are optimistic about the future a 5% cap rate makes sense. that's just a bunch of bull from agents and gurus trying to keep their game going... of course price should drop 50%... say today the commeercial loans are at 7%, and cap should be 2% higher to make the risk worth while, so call it a 9% cap.patience... this bs market needs cleansing... and when the time comes, it will be easy picking.no need to play the hard game... my friend

I've even offered through agent advertised properties, but you'll usually get better response from FSBO. 

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I was not ready to handle that, and my mindset was to increase it to a B grade property instead of leave it where it is Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Once you have solidified your budget, I would start talking to agents and tell them what you are looking for and where, and begin to get a feel for whats available on the market.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?