For some buyers it would end up being less than a 2.5-3% commish, and for others more.The tricky part for the buyer is it would have to come out of their pocket in addition to the down payment, whereas a commission paid by the seller at closing is included in the purchase price and absorbed into their loan (usually unless paying cash obviously) so the buyer only has to make the down payment out of pocket.

To qualify as an RE Pro you must:1.

I have taken numerous courses in RE and am passionate about learning more I am based out of West TX- Midland/Odessa area

I have been working on creating more passive RE opportunities and have come across a unique equity financing structure.

I want to invest it wisely so that a part of it is used for my living expenses and the remainder invested in RE producing cash flow and appreciating over time.

Quote from @Melanie Baldridge: Why I like investing in real estate more than 401(k)s.Both offer tax deferrals, but here's the difference:If you're making pre-tax contributions to your 401(k), then withdrawals = ordinary income tax.With real estate gains, you're paying capital gains tax (which is typically lower).Plus, RE investors get:1.

I have been to RE meetups in the past with like-minded everyday investors pursuing similar goals, sharing stories and learning from each other, running through numbers, sharing network contacts, and even doing deals together.

Quote from @Nicolas Tow: I recently purchased a 3,125 square foot empty lot in the 27th ward area of Humboldt Park Chicago and I was wondering how difficult it is to re zone from RS-3 to RS3.5 or RT 4.

The 1031 positions the investor into a property that the REIT absorbs as @Joe Sera said in the 721 conversion. 

I know there’s a lot to learn, and I’m eager to absorb as much knowledge as possible.I’d love to connect with others in the Lehi/Utah County area (or beyond!)