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So far the Bigger Pockets community has been a great source of knowledge and really helps as a guide when frustrations get the best of us.Definitely looking forward to expanding our portfolio and our experiences in real estate and with Bigger Pockets.Marcus & Kristin Dunning

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Do you mind me asking what your current portfolio or investing looks like as well as expanding on why it would me smart to only accept equity growth rather then equity and cashflow growth right out of the gate?

Since you are buying for yourself you are not acting as an agent but there is the potential that if you don't disclose that you are an agent, a seller might say that you took advantage of them by being 'more knowledgeable' and buying at a discount rate.That being said, I plan on still getting my license so that 1) I have access to the MLS 2) It can greatly expand my network and 3) it opens the potential for referral fees for houses that the seller insists on retail price.

I Know that you'll find all the information you need to expand your real estate knowledge here on this amazing site.Good luck and happy investing!!

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oops- tenants have a budget, getting them to expand it is about delivering value from the minute they drive by to the day the move out

Like you, I've been expanding my financial and REI IQ and am looking forward to getting that first deal done already.Would love to connect whenever possible.Frederick