Investor Friendly Realtor

[Sierra Gearlds]

Hello,

Are there any investor friendly realtors in the Indianapolis that would be interested in connecting with a newbie real estate investor?

[Zach Hoereth]

What's up @Sierra Gearlds! I will assume there will be a number of replies to this thread with realtors chomping at the bit to work with you as an investor. I have personally experienced many agents in Indianapolis claiming to be "investor friendly." The question is... what does this actually mean? 

If you are going to be working with someone I would start by asking them a few basic questions that should determine whether or not they are versed in the investment space. 

1.) How many investment properties transactions did you close in the last 12 months? (Not cookie cutter homes in the suburbs)

2.) How many investment properties do you own yourself? 

These questions are not to put anyone down who has not sold investment properties before. It is to establish the type of transactions that the agent is most familiar with. However, there is a difference when it comes to working with an agent who has bought and sold properties for themselves. 

Look for someone that wants to build a relationship with longevity. An agent can become your eyes and ears when a good deal pops up or can help you stay clear of bad ones. Simply put... know who you working with and what their strong suits are.

"Well the rent covers the mortgage..this looks like a deal to me!" Ehhhh ok? ;)

Hope this helps! 

Cheers,