This investment property was financed through a locally trusted and long time friend that's a hard money lender with an 8.5% rate .I acted as negotiator, real estate agent, funded the purchase, and project manager for this rehab while partner was out of town working and kept him updated remotely.

This investment property was financed through a locally trusted and long time friend that's a hard money lender with an 8.5% rate .I acted as negotiator, real estate agent, funded the purchase, and project manager for this rehab while partner was out of town working and kept him updated remotely.

Partner with a qualified real estate agent, property manager, and legal professional to assist you throughout the investment process.By considering these points alongside the existing list and seeking professional guidance, you can increase your chances of finding a suitable multifamily investment even in a competitive market.

I know some brokerages split the commission 50/50 with their agents.

Where have you successfully found reputable, investor-friendly lenders in the past?

You might also consider joining a team where you can get customers and a higher level of support than most solo agents get.

It is much better than the 1% rule and the ability to pull equity will be very useful for my next play Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I have been slowly developing a relationship with several wholesalers, several repair people and a young and ambitious Real Estate Agent for the sales end.

Like Stephan said, some agents are terrible and don't properly input the tax amount and exemption into the MLS and therefore the information doesn't syndicate to other sites.

How you find the actual owners and get past their registered agents?