You have inside knowledge.

The mortgage broker seemed to be really knowledgeable about mobile homes and mortgages.It was an answer that provided me enough information to make my decision.

This is a great place to get the knowledge and contacts you need for success.

I have to disagree wirh @Engelo At minimal you need to understand how to do the repairs and have some knowledge of costs so the contractors dont rip you off or try to walk all over u.

This was over 2 years ago.Google street view is a nice thing, but you're essentially looking back in time quite a bit.

@Kenneth Hynes Initially I'll be investing in the same local area where I'm working as an agent to capitalize on that knowledge.

A knowledgeable Broker shouldn't be undervalued as they can provide you guidance on market trends, contracts, regulations, etc.

Established easements run with title to property, a new owner looks back in time as to claims by such easements and use of the property.

Wayne, Patrick is correct as a licensee is held to a higher standard of care in dealing with the public, they are seen (blindly in some cases LOL) as having greater knowledge and dealing from an advantageous position, it's viewed that way in all states but rules vary. :)

Bad attitudes, knowledge and misconceptions can be carried for years (decades) by those who don't know, but think they know.