But Ryan Murdock came with me to the meeting with the seller just for fun, but he ended up playing a huge role in breaking down the seller's guard and helping me negotiate the price and lock up the contract.

depends)--seller pretty much plays the role of bank.

I don't understand the mediator's role but I agree with Marcus that I've heard of people that act like they are managing a person's property but in reality, it's an actual property management company managing it and all they are doing is marking up their charge---contractors do this as well. 

I have read in books that having your agent when shopping for houses plays a vital role in successfully closing deals.

Your primary housing will play a role in this as well. 

I've just begun looking into the BRRRR strategy and have quickly found out the important role the lender plays for a successful BRRRR.

What they failed to say that the area was a TK dominated area, thus, one could never get retail or find buyers with credit to qualify for financing.  

We are seeing the DOM in 2023 is quite low compared to other areas with variance also showing bidding going on in 03103 and 03102.

This role does not interfere with my day job, and I am eager to learn as much as possible about the industry.I am now looking to network with local established people in the Halifax/HRM area who are involved in the real estate industry.

@Dominic YorkLot of good resources on here to help you get started.