Being first out of the gate may not be possible but doesn't mean you won't win in the end. 

Asking if you can contact them in the future when you find a deal they may be interested in is a win/win situation if you happen to find something in their market. 

You want to pay the realtor a bonus for bringing you a deal? 

For example investing for cash flow and taking appreciation as a bonus, but focusing in areas that are not going to deflate  - and have reasonable appreciation currently with growth in population, employment, and other good economic indicators.

It would seem a win win for both parties.Thanks! 

If the winning the buyer didn't sign the contract you would think they would go to the next highest bidder rather than start all over with low bidders. 

Jeff S Na   we do that kind of lending here in Oregon.. but only with the most seasoned players would not even consider a newbie...WE cut the checques for the auction made out to the trustee companies.. then if they win both our names are put on the trustee's receipt.

But we keep chalking up those bad projects in the "win" column and add it to the GDP.

Cash, check or major credit cards accepted.Come and be ready to Celebrate All of your Wins!

I'm very flexible and open to all offers to build a win-win business in which we are both successful and benefit from.