Unless he is capable enough at one thing to be called a specialist.I run a design build firm, and am a general contractor.

I was wondering if anybody could point me towards the best firm to join as a investor/real estate agent.

He's been in real estate for over 20 years and runs 2 property management firms (one in detroit and one somewhere in florida.)They should be able to handle renovations, contractors, and everything.

I just spoke with a 1031 firm, and I may not need to do the 1031.

You should be able to get a firm quote for insurance, but at least figure $70-100/month.

Make sure your Realtor has actual comps in the area that are firm.

He's at a firm too so if he didn't know the answer I'm sure someone else would.

. - http://pdata.hcad.org/download/other resources - http://www.hctax.net/Property/Resourcesthe closest I've seen to an excel look is in the  daily court review although it is a pdf (you need to pay to get access to it)or the law firms representing the sales - freehttp://www.pbfcm.com/taxsale.htmlhttp://taxsales.lgbs.com/map?

Another firm (who I used) is Sleggs, Danzinger & Gill Co., LPA (SDGLEGAL.NET); ask for Robert Danzinger or Steven Gill as I have worked with both.As with other firms in this field, they will do it on % / contingency but also on an hourly basis.

I can easily reach out to contractors who are on the preferred vendor list at my brokerage firm but since most agents build their business on owner occupants instead of investors, I want to truly cater my business accordingly.