Research the different rates of return that investors use - there are several and it can be overwhelming to understand how to utilise them properly to begin with but you can begin to understand them and then perhaps choose 2-3, like Cash On Cash and Return on Equity for example, the more involved calculations like Internal Rate of Return and Net Present Value are normally done on larger properties.

I just wanted to make sure a fuller picture is presented to show it is not quite as simple as forming and opening a bank account.

We are very good at what we do and find that the fee we charge is well worth the expense to an owner who can't otherwise be present to run a job.

So if an amazing buy and hold was presented, I would go that route, a flip presented, I would act on that etc. 

Be prepared to show your pre-approval so they know you're serious and that you are ready to pull the trigger if the opportunity is presented.

I agree numbers do not tell the whole story.First the positive, if that property was in my market and in a C class or better area with no significant deferred maintenance and no other issues, I buy it in a second. 

Lawyers and agents were presenting investments to client. 

I am new to RE investing so still getting use to some of the different options and how to present.

In order to defer all tax you must do two things.1.

The other iBuyer programs don't give an opportunity to these companies.Only the eXp Realty agents can present the deals to these iBuyers however. eXp Realty has just reached 31K agents.