The going rate varies by market, but some agents will do it for free in exchange for any unrepresented buyer leads, while others may charge $50-$100 depending on the demand in your area.Wishing you and your wife all the best—exciting times ahead!

@Joy Daniels - All good suggestions above!

Hey All, I'll be traveling to Costa Rica for a wedding  and wanted to explore the market while I'm visiting.

Hi All,I've been a lurker here for almost a year.

Quote from @Kyle Carter: I want to buy an apartment building and rent it out to all section 8 tenants.

I use to tear down dozens of homes here and in Franklinton that almost blew over. not a lot in linden since they are built after 1945 and without all the major issues. 

*make sure that your name is on all the business accounts that you use and get written permission from the other members to use the funds. 

Set your investment criteria, systems, and rules—and stick to them.2.Tenant management is all about structure.

There are several myths that we have to debunk before someone truly believes they can do it.You need millions of dollars to do a dealThat it’s too complicated to figure outThat permitting takes yearsIn those communities developments cost way less (think a couple hundred thousand along with a loan from a regional bank), permitting is not difficult (much less red tape), and the towns are small enough that both the city staff and the local architects and engineers and contractors all work with you to help you navigate the process since you’re all invested in making your community better.Note: The big boys can play in the primary & secondary markets.

It is a plus that you bought all in cash and didn't accumulate any interest.