All Forum Posts by: Christopher Kindig

Hey thank you Wayne!!

What do brokers require/expect from you if they have no monthly office fee? Don't they expect that you'll essentially be out selling houses for them (and earning commissions on that?) 

...Basically, is there any way to work with brokers, or any brokers in specific that I should look for, who have this sort of relationship with investors? (Not looking to buy and sell often, but wanting access to MLS and to visit properties).

Thanks so much!!

Hi there!

I own a duplex now, living in one unit and renting out the other. (Thanks Bigger Pockets!) 

We would like to acquire another two duplexes over the next few years, to rent long term. It's possible we'll do some flipping as well, but that is not my main focus for now.

I am considering getting a Real Estate Agent License in Maryland. Online courses, 60 hours, plus a test.

I want the additional education, and to gain access to the MLS and to see properties without an agent.

Do I need a broker to gain access to the MLS? And do I need one to see properties on my own?

I am alright with ultimately using another Agent to purchase a property, but I just need to be able to research and visit properties freely, without bothering someone else's schedule.

If I do need to be affiliated with a Broker in order to get my license or to do what I want with it, how can I find someone who is more of a mentor, that won't charge me an arm and a leg? I don't want to be paying high ongoing fees or commissions, as I do not plan on doing many deals. 

Thank you SO MUCH!

Chris

Hello!

My wife and I are looking to purchase our first home in Baltimore, MD. We want 2 legal units so that we can rent one out and live in the other. It is our start to real estate investing.

We are having the hardest time trying to find out which homes are legitimately zoned for 2 units, licensed or registered for this use, and permitted. I feel like I get different answers on different websites, and each time I call the city offices.

Does anyone have experience with buying a 2 unit in Baltimore City or Baltimore County?

Can you provide any advice on how to find out for certain if a property is zoned for 2 units? Or how to best go about finding these types of properties?

If you can recommend an agent who knows how to find these properties, that would be great. Our agent so far is kind and professional, however not experienced with 2 units.

Thanks so much for your help!

Christopher