:)jokes aside, it does seem extreme and I would probably follow up with the agent/seller asking an explanation why the extremely high excess charges.

I collect that sort of data for my market but it takes time and a lot of cold calling. 

IMHO, extremely doubtful that any large in-person conferences happen anywhere in the US in 2020.

In a different market that’s not too far from my location, house prices are extremely expensive (median home price is $1.2M) and I’m fortunate enough to have 4 good realtors who work in that market.

I know it's cliche and annoying but it works extremely well for me.. long story long..

@Denise Peterson I'd be extremely careful and look for a proven area. 

When a seller gets cold feet are there any other options/strategies besides clouding title? 

We hit the ground running, so if we go into business together you would get immediate occupancy for your property (I am not afraid of slow season and am happy to sign during these cold months!)

Most of these need a license but some do notEscrowTiltle OfficerRE AssistantFind PropertiesLease PropertiesStage Properties - This is a win win possibly, find a way to furnish and stage rentals and houses for sale inexpensively Asset ManagerProperty ManagerBroker Price Opinion - must be licensedProperty Photos - Take photos for realtors and investors, if you have a knack for that or learn with a digital pretty easy.Social Media and Direct Marketing - For buyers and sellersAdvertising - Cold Call prospectsHold Open Houses

The Domain to Downtown corridor is one of the most expensive in the metro and once you add on condo/HOA fees, it will be extremely had to cash flow an investment without a significant down payment.