In my limited experience, they add no real value to the process, and like you said, don't really know costs, and while ARV is fairly easy to determine, they are always aggressive on those, too.So, how do you not get taken to the cleaner?  

Personally, I'm betting my own money on it, looking for investments now that our inventory has creeped up to about 4 months supply, which is still pretty low compared to most markets.  

I would think in deed states, normally takes way more money to play up front.All this is pretty much just a guess. 

I want to pivot careers into the real estate world, but am seeking advice for what type of jobs I should be looking for.

Hello, I am new to real estate investing.

I don’t want any money.

one almost hit the house after a storm.3. make sure when you run the numbers on Texas properties to account for the increase in property taxes year over year.4. before you buy in a new area be sure you establish some kind of relationship with an electrician, plumber, handyman, gardener, roofer Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

My name is Karina and currently a newbie trying to learn more about real estate investing. 

In a few years, I'm going to start making some pretty decent money and was wondering if there are any resources you guys recommend for apartment complexes or any other kind of real estate investing.

For now, I am leaning toward establishing an LLC to purchase and rent real estate.