I'm curious about your experiences with tiered commission structures for listing agent  – do you use them, and how do they work for you?

I'm a local realtor that specializes in STR's in Flathead Valley area and would be happy to assist you.  

I called USPS several times, finally I was able to speak to an agent, they are working on it.

I will pay my agent, even though I am a long term agent/broker/investor. 

.- failure to adequately remove snow or other debris- other safety related repairs not doneDiscuss the professional coverage with your agent to see what the cost would be.

My agent was a super-nice lady, maybe 75 years old and no idea about investing.

Find an investor friendly buyer's agent. 

Here's exactly what I'd do in your shoes: 1) Build a solid team -- Agent, PM, Contractor, Handyman, Lender (all local pros)2) Invest in a Turnkey Duplex or SFR just to get your foot in the door and learn the area3) Then, with money left over Invest in a BRRRR and recycle that money indefinitely as assets appreciate / force appreciate4) Acquire a large fleet of Indianapolis rentals as the city continues to expand. 

Technically we probably don't own it until deed is filed, but 90% probably empty anyway.I'm guessing you can't do a lot until you get deed filed....so probably tough to get insurance for example...but check with your agent and maybe several agents to see what they say.Our tax sales are superior to most liens like mortgage and HELOC, although almost nothing with mortgages go to the sale. 

She is a real estate agent so she will be there a majority of the time.