Please exclude debt partnership percentage and HML.Lets say I put in 50% and the other party invests 50%, but I do all the work, (find the deal, rehab, use my general contractor, my realtor, etc).

Tyson,From what I understand, you have to work for a realtor or BE a realtor and pay for a subscription to the MLS in your area.

If you need to get a few realtors and section them in blocks of 4 hours to not wear them out.2) Since you're open to travel, check out state and local politics.

My Realtor researched the city permits and found that the owner pulled permits.

I don't make anything off them, but I know a great Realtor/loan officer/etc. in Portland.Or - if you ever want to get a second opinion, particularly on the West Side - just let me know.

Any advice for overcoming the pitfalls of being a "part time" realtor?

Check out the HUDHomeStore website and find a realtor in the area you can trust.

Is a realtor who I need to talk to first in order to start finding some properties?

If you have not moved to the area yet, or are looking for more investments, I am a realtor so I would gladly help you find some homes.

In the BP experience, would one say it is better to work with a Realtor to negotiate SS/Pre-foreclosure deals?