Once you have identified a client(s) that you feel are qualified based on what you are looking, ask to meet with them prior to accepting. 

I have had a tenant file a complaint with DCRA and not only did they flag the issue the tenant identified they found way more. 

Identify another market that makes sense in terms of the future potential, educate yourself on out of state MFH investing, network with other folks in that market, build a team there, and take action!

I appreciate any of you who can help me identify some skills to begin developing now so that I can one day be as successful as a lot of you are! 

I appreciate any of you who can help me identify some skills to begin developing now so that I can one day be as successful as a lot of you are! 

I've identified the plot that I'm interested in - it's currently an undeveloped open field.

@Vanessa Morris One of the first steps to overcoming your fear is to clearly identify your goals and criteria.

I also think identifying what sort expectation for returns you have and making sure it is realistic will be your key to getting in with the right people.Good luck and happy to help however I can.

Here are three ways an agent can help an investor: Help them with establishing comps for investment propertiesHelp then by identifying MLS listings that might be of particular interest to an investorHelp them connect with other investors you work withOf course, you'll want these investors to be respectful of your time and resources.

You might also be able to add the interest to the basis of the property if you incurred the expense in process of buying the property(after you identified the property and your draw was necessary to show proof of fund to close the deal).