A reliable QI is crucial for a smooth and successful exchange.

Alfredo, Congrats on the purchase, hopefully things are going smoothly.

However, I feel the search for a real estate agent is not going as smoothly, and I am seeking some advice.So here's the question:I connected to a few agents through Bigger Pockets.

Thanks, #1 and #2 - provided my feedback in earlier thread #2 _ it depends - I have duplex in NC RTP since 2007 and it has been smooth sailings for them since it all depends on the property management company you deal with #3 Also in $300K you won't get duplex in any good localities in NC and/or Texas unless one is forced to go to shady areas where you then deal with lot of tenant eviction and section-8.

I'm willing to accommodate your needs and preferences to make this process as smooth and mutually beneficial as possible.If you're open to discussing this further, I would be delighted to meet with you at your convenience, perhaps for lunch someplace near that you like.

ask for references.at the end of the day, a good relationship with a lender that can close when you need to close and can give you a no bs pricing is key. that is what I expect from my borrowers, be upfront and honest so we can have a smooth transaction. a direct lender might be cost-effective sometimes, but nothing beats a broker that knows how to structure the deal instead of just submitting paperwork. 

However, I feel the search for a real estate agent is not going as smoothly, and I am seeking some advice.So here's the question:I connected to a few agents through Bigger Pockets. 

The process went pretty smoothly until the turnover.

I'd like to point out that throughout this thread various writers have misdescribed the appreciation here as being from "the Detroit market." 

To keep things running smoothly, talk openly with your tenants, keep the place in good shape, and maybe get some help from a property management company.