use realtor to find tenants

[Jeremy H.]

occasionally I have seen realtor signs on a house and it says "For Rent".   Even with flyers in the box.

Assuming the property does not belong to the realtor and he is helping a client find a tenant,

Can you please explain how exactly this process work?   Pros and Cons? 

[Larry P.]

In Texas (not sure about California) the realtor lists the homes on MLS, handles tenant screenings, showings etc. Typically the charge is equal to one month's rent. Often by listing on MLS you get more applicants to choose from and sometimes better quality applicants (especially when it it a corporate transfer etc.) Not all realtors handle leases here in Texas.