You may find a $25K property that is only worth $50K after you've done a $25K remodel, whereas in another neighborhood, the same type of house might be worth $75K or $100K when complete and ready for sale.Best to analyze these and other basic metrics and stats for the area of interest, before taking the plunge.If you need more assistance, definitely check out your local REI group and ask lots of questions, or, seek out a more experienced investor who is working the same area you are interested in, before you jump in.

JC,You can get MLS access by being an agent/broker or by being an assistant of one.

Those with the financial wherewithal to hire advisers to assist with this are generally highly correlated with accreditation status, but this is not a perfect screening.

If you're interested, I could connect you with some very knowledgeable people in Atlanta that could better assist you with your question(s).

I would suggest you read appropriate articles from the learn section as well as watch the podcasts it will assist you in making the right choices.

Massachusetts has a lot of different programs, including down payment assistance through forgiveable loans, etc.

So let me clarify.GENERALLY, UNLESS IT IS DISCLOSED UPFRONT OR THERE ARE SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES WHICH IS RARE, BUYERS DO NOT PAY ANY COMMISSIONS WHEN AGENTS ASSIST THEM IN FINDING A PROPERTY.

Your best option is to make friends with or see how you can assist a realtor, and eventually see if you can become their "assistant" to share their access.

I wasn't sure to place this post.Has anyone hired a local assistant to help with basic tasks, property management, errands, etc?

Send a nice letter to your borrower pointing out that you've enjoyed working with them (butter up) that you would also like an early payoff and will work with them to assist them in doing so, might suggest paying some closing costs for early payoff.