I have clients that are actively seeking out of state investments and I want to be prepared to provide a quick and well informed answer.

I owe specific thanks to @Scott Trench for his book, Set For Life, which played a big part in my decision making process, as well as @Brandon Turner and @Joshua Dorkin.I've spent the last 3 years behind a desk as an MLO for one the country's biggest hard money lender, working specifically with brokers across the country to facilitate loans on behalf of their clients, and the learnings from that position and the time I've spent on BP, reading the BP publications and forums has given me the confidence to undertake this life changing pursuit.If you or someone you know/partner with is looking for financing on any upcoming real estate investment, let me know - I strive to be of value and have an extensive lender network to ensure quick terms and reliable financing.

An agent is going to have to still work for people (clients/broker/firm, etc) while an investor is likely working for themself.

What I wrote above does not create a CPA/client relationship between us.

http://www.protearealestate.com/Very good for my clients.

I have over 100 clients in a particular program.I'll send you a PM with the details.

We have worked with plenty of clients that use the 1031, CRT or 1031/CRT combo, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's right for you. 

@Virginia Hunt I'm a huge fan of the 1031, and many many of our clients have used it (multiple times) to great effect. 

Since they have no incentive to make lenders more money as a lender's employee would be, they can structure a loan allowing lender credit if the client wanted to put less money down on closing costs, and actually shop who will give the most if that's the case.

She also stressed  the importance of getting a sofa bed to increase the number of occupants so you can charge more.As for furniture, I would also recommend looking on Craigslist and garage sales for more unique and higher quality furniture than what you would get at IKEA...Good luck!