@David Cruice I don't think I'd be interested in being a Realtor, it would be strictly for MLS access and saving commissions, not to mention it will help me build relationships with lenders, contractors, brokers, etc., however working at a real estate investment company for a few years definitely seems like a great idea to understand how everything works.

However, it's my broker that I work with so it's really a matter of finding a broker that has access to those companies that will provide that type of coverage. 

Hello everyone,I was just advised that if I want to be serious about this business, I need MLS access. 

Its easy to lose track of how much one SHOULD have in the bank because its hard to leave money sitting and not working for you.I understand there are many variables such as age of house, age of roof, age of furnace, etc. 

I am using it to point out how easy and passive it could be to achieve a better return than you would save by paying down a conventional home loan early.Maybe @Joe Villeneuve can explain it better.Good luck

Also, you can collect rent and security deposits, perform background and credit checks, and have access to rent application and lease templates.

I'll go first. 1. 1% rule (easy and so efficient)2.

It is easy to think that if they are licensed in an area that the agent will sell there, but its not always the case.

I analyze deals daily and have access to residential and commercial filters on the MLS.

Hello All,I am eagerly trying to buy my first home and living in the Bay Area has not made it an easy process.