Stefano, Most agents would be happy to help you set up a search as anyways in most cases we are used to getting into longer term relationships and a 2-3month wait period is not really an issue, a lot of agents will want to know if you have been pre-qualified as that will usually help them understand how really ready you are (regardless that you will not be looking to close on anything for a few months).

Here's my situation.I just turned 50, have had high paying jobs and a spouse with also a very good job.  

My in-laws are retired, they have owned a "winter" home in AZ for a couple years, and a within the last year or so purchased a "summer" condo in MI after selling another home in MI to be closer to us and their grandchildren. 

Absolutely you can bring in professional help from a licensed contractor who can locate the problems and estimate repair costs and a timeframe of how long it will take.If you are working with a professional buyers agent,they should know a minimum of 3 excellent contractors who will give you a free estimate.

Hi all, I am an older retired designer who has owned a triplex for 31 years and a 9 plex that I bought three years ago.

Even though I did not find any listings I found 1 wholesaler contact info who added me to his email list and a realtor who is working with other investors.

I also have 7 SFH all together and a duplex.

The first to be manditorily evacuated and we came home to power, water, AC and a nice green lawn.  

The property also had a detached 4-car garage and a laundry room.

I am still new to this game, and have a SFR in Melbourne, which was mildly affected by Irma, and I am curious what everyone does for storm cleanup in regards to tenant vs landlord responsibilities.My rental house had some porch roll roof peeled off, the wood fence blew over and a shutter came off.