Would it be rude just to call a broker and ask them to give me the comps for the property?

Although some may not want part time brokers, but that is fine! 

@Joe Mazur Hi, I’m a licensed real estate broker in NC.

If you want to focus on listings, you could target Seniors with Long-Time Ownership (ready to downsize or transition to assistance) or Homeowners with Low Financial Stability Scores.If you want to be a buyer's agent, consider partnering with a mortgage broker to run some first-time home buyer seminars (or meetups).

I also have read look into markets such as memphis and OH. i was wondering where you guys are investing for 4plex or above or if you guys have any guidance for someone in the 500k budget, and if there are any brokers that have any good listings oos feel free to contact me . thanks again everyone

My broker says we can skip two months of payments (P&I).

I started the old-fashioned way, by making sure my credit/income was good and I applied for loans with banks and mortgage brokers. 

I have read look at markets where you have family or friends but my entire family and friends all live in NYC.I also have read look into markets such as memphis and OH. i was wondering where you guys are investing for 4plex or above or if you guys have any guidance for someone in the 500k budget, and if there are any brokers that have any good listings oos feel free to contact me . thanks again everyone

I believe you need to either work for a broker with your realtors license or have a brokerage license which takes 3 years to get. 

CNBC has these on their website.I would also recommend reaching out to 3rd party mortgage brokers (as opposed to a specific lender's loan originator), who should know current market rates off the top of their head.