David Browning
Licensed real estate dude as wholesaler in NC?
I can't find the discussion, but I recall reading recently someone's opinion that a licensed real estate broker in NC could not legally be a wholesaler--or would find it difficult. Can a licensed person tell me the r...
William Lynch
Locked out of Apartment... What to do now?!
The other night I got locked out of my apartment. I called my buildings emergency number which prompted me to call a separate number to report a lockout. I called said number and nobody picked up, it rang until voicem...
Jorge Maass
How often do you discount your commission?
Obviously discounting commission on a low priced property ($100,000 for example) isn't worthwhile for some agents because the return is minimal, but would you consider discounting your commission on a property priced ...
Ethan Morgan
Should I get a Real Estate License?
What do y'all think? My goal is to become a full-time investor. However, my current job doesn't pay as well as I'd like it and honestly, it's not my passion. I'm passionate about real estate and want to get into it. I...
Bill Mitchell
Working Full Time Job & Starting as an Agent
Hey everyone,
A good family friend of mine graduated from college not to long ago and has a full time job he does during the day. He has a wife to take care of, and as such can't just abandon his full time jo...
Leland F.
DIY landlording first-timer in Washington, DC ...covering my bases
I purchased a small studio condo in DC a couple miles away from downtown and a 5 minute walk from a popular metro line.It has been my primary residence, but I'll soon be moving out and I'd like to make it my first ren...
Brett Bowers
To become a RE agent or just invest?
I am at an important stage in my life where I have the option to obtain my RE agent license and begin selling within the next 6 months OR get another full time job while finishing school to save capital to invest with...
Stephen E.
MLS Listing Services
Has anyone tried listing with an MLS listing service and offering 2 points to the buyer's agent?I've seen services where you can list your property on the MLS for $300. If I put in the listing that the buyer's agent r...
Chris V.
RE Agent - Minimum Commission?
Hey all, just curious after our very first meeting with a real estate firm in town.One of their requirements is that every deal will yield a $3,000 commission for the buyer agent. So if we were buying a $20,000 proper...
Chris Payne
No Closing Costs OR Realtor Commissions... HOW???
Hi BP Fam,When contacting and mailing motivated/distressed sellers, I've read that you can incentivize them by offering "No closing costs" and "No realtor commissions." Sounds great, but how can you buy a house and av...