You see, contractors have a precise mathematical formula on how they charge, and if you think a contractor’s fee is based on their level of expertise, the scope of the job, cost of materials, and or other factors that would make sense, well then, you’d be totally wrong on any one of those instances.

I mean some pay tens of thousands of dollars for guidance and expertise from experienced professionals and this individual doesn't want it for free.

The real estate professional designation and the demonstrated expertise is important and its possible that they make wholesaling illegal without it at some point.

My wife and I are looking for our first property, and what we want seems to be hard to just “google” and find so I thought I’d get on here and get your expertise on what’s out there!

@Chris Stephens I have a few questions that could probably be beneficial to this groupBased on your expertise when is the best time to door knock? 

Thanks for lending your expertise fellas.

And, you can't replicate the expertise, processes, years of experience, and connections that come with an experienced local investment team.Working with an investment team typically does not cost more than working with any other realtor.

I have the expertise.

Consider whether you have the expertise or willingness to manage contractors, navigate construction challenges, and handle any unexpected issues that may arise.Risk Tolerance: Assess your risk tolerance as a first-time investor.

I think what is more important than seeing the property is you need to see the neighborhood, adjacent properties and the quality of potential tenants, or even the quality of potential buyers for when you want to sell the property.In regards to the many post saying you need a good real estate agent who will make videos and watch your back, I don't believe many (if any) of those agents exist where you can find an agent who has the ability, the want and the expertise to do the math, do the mental processing and then do business that aligns with your agenda.