Have you had any success with deals?

Creative deals could be for even less.

Don't pay it...I recommend letting the agent know that you've enjoyed working with him/her but that the fee is a deal breaker for you. 

Since I'm on an H1-B visa, I'm only allowed to earn passive income.

Hey MarcI think there are some other threads on here if you search about this very topic. 

I plan to make 25% down on this home.

We know several people interested and could make a deal without having to go through agents to save 6% on fees.

Hello Bigger Pocket Pro Members,I'm seeking guidance on finding lead source companies.

@Matthew Lamoreaux I think if you can find a rental, long-term or short-term, that cash flows well in today's market then this should be a factor that should be viewed as icing on the cake and should be used as a potential solidifier of a deal.

In the Bay Area, most HOAs actively restrict less-than 30 days rentals in CC&Rs, and can have % rental caps on units which may make MTRs difficult.