Again based on the condition of the particular market segment and competition.High-quality professional listing photos, including virtual staging photos for vacant properties.Make showings easyScreen for most likely to perform buyersNegotiate price and terms most favorable to the seller, including repair requests.If you can find a discount broker that can provide excellent, comprehensive services, I would go with them any day of the week.

“The Millionaire Real Estate Investor” – Gary Keller (very tactical with clear frameworks)Online Tools & Calculators:BiggerPockets Deal Calculators – great for analyzing long-term buy & holds, flips, BRRRRsRentometer – quick rent compsPropstream / BatchLeads – for sourcing and evaluating off-market dealsAirDNA – if you're considering short-term rentalsPodcasts & YouTube (Strategy-Focused):BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast – Episodes 100–300 are especially goldenBP Rookie Podcast – great for newer investors navigating real-world dealsJames Dainard or Ryan Pineda on YouTube – great for flips, BRRRRs, and market breakdownsThe Real Estate Guys Radio Show – deeper dives into macro-level investing and asset typesRecommendations Based on Strategy:Long-Term Buy & Hold: Learn to analyze markets (job growth, population, landlord laws) and master deal analysisFlipping: Focus on rehab cost estimation, holding costs, and market timingBRRRR: Mix of flip-level knowledge with buy & hold mathShort-Term Rentals: Research local regulations + seasonal demand (AirDNA and PriceLabs are key here)Where to Go From Here:Pick one or two strategies to focus on first (e.g. long-term + BRRRR)Practice analyzing 1–2 deals per day (even if you’re not buying yet)Join local or virtual investor meetups - connecting with others will help fast-track your learningYou’re in a perfect position - already out of the “intro” phase and hungry for action.

It might also help to connect with local investor meetups, even virtually, or find a mentor who’s active in the markets you’re targeting.

1.Subscribe to the BiggerPockets Money and Rookie Podcasts2.Attend the FREE WEBINARS3.Attend a Meetup in Your Area / virtual meet ups4.Purchase the Beginner Books: How to Invest in Real Estate, Set for Life, The House Hacking Strategy5.Peruse the forums!

1.Subscribe to the BiggerPockets Money and Rookie Podcasts2.Attend the FREE WEBINARS3.Attend a Meetup in Your Area / virtual meet ups4.Purchase the Beginner Books: How to Invest in Real Estate, Set for Life, The House Hacking Strategy5.Peruse the forums!

In virtually all states finding a buyer for a seller without real estate license is "Practicing real estate brokerage without a license"How that gets interpreted in your state may depend on how the contract is written.

Use the BiggerPockets calculators or Excel to practice.Join a local or virtual meetup — hearing others’ experiences is powerful and keeps you motivated.Talk to a lender or broker now — they can help you reverse-engineer how much you’ll need to save based on your goals, income, and credit.For a 12-month timeline, a good goal is to have 15–25% of the property value saved, depending on whether you buy a turnkey rental or go through a platform.

Quote from @Josh Jung: surprised you haven't heard of RBP. it's like a mix of services you can offer to your tenants like renters insurance, virtual concierge, etc So the property manager/landlord pays for their renters insurance, and filters?  

Hybrid Approach: Consider hiring a freelance interior stylist or virtual designer for just a few hours to create a mood board and layout plan.

We provide high-quality photos and a virtual tour with room measurements.