Say out of 100 contacts made I may actually communicate with between 20 and 30. 

@Kirbi CampbellThe best agents I have dealt with are great communicators and anticipate the next steps in the transaction, rather than waiting until the last minute.

How to Communicate with ContractorsImportant keys to reduce waste in time and money.5 Factors for Contractor SuccessWithout question, if it is necessary to manage your contracting projects and not allow contractors to manage you.A major issue in the investor experience with the fix and flip project is issues with contractors.

For QIs, is there a step in the services that you provide to your clients that you find frustrating (i.e. communicating with third parties, establishing escrow accounts, etc)?

I would call and communicate that you need that for whatever reason.This business is all about clear communication.

What is great about that is it communicates that this asset as is isn't worth many people buying.

Most important thing is communication.

Most important thing is communication.

It'd help to visit the area and meet your Realtor in person to create a stronger relationship and bond if you'll be communicating and purchasing via long-distance most of the time later.Last year, I traveled with family that are relocating from California to Tennessee (I am a broker in Indiana) and met a Realtor in the Tri-city area (Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol) to collaborate with, guide us, and show homes over a 4-day trip.

However, in the RE business it is all about being a great communicator unless you are able to leverage another skill (general contracting, number crunching genius, etc) to give you an edge.