The unit is going to be graded as a unit and not as a house with a basement it’s a different analysis and you’re using rule that doesn’t apply the same way in this case.

That experience taught me a lot and I'm ready to apply those lessons learned along with anything I can glean from others here to work myself out of my job.

If you are going to close, it's not lost money, it is just applied to the purchase price. 

The second is the amortization schedule that will apply, so yes, there will be a balance due at maturity. 

This additionally applies to your Vacancy and Repairs reserves. 

Research a market Target one market and 3-4 sub markets Visit the marketMeet with all professionals involved including: PM's, Brokers, Attorney if required, fellow investors in local BP or REIA meet up. 

I know a couple but have yet to get any of them actively involved in our search.

Even in Seattle they haven't applied that yet.

I'm about to finish my 3rd required course and apply to take my exam but wanted to start exploring brokerages and getting a feel for the industry first hand.

In your experience, how much work is involved for a realtor in these types of transactions?