They also have minimum property standards that sometimes require repairs to a property before you close.

I had connected with a couple RE agents through bigger pockets and they were sending me deals which looked great compared to my home market in Western MA.

Some lenders can close in weeks, others take months.What’s been your average turnaround time when getting funding?

That's the best way to start.Vet your agent well- lots of jokers out there.

Western PA and NW Indiana both offer solid appreciation potential and reasonable entry points, especially if you’ve got local insights through family.Since you’re early in the journey, focus on learning how to underwrite deals, understand local zoning and tenant laws, and build relationships with investor-friendly agents and lenders.

Hey James,The truth is, there isn’t really a magic list of “agents who get rock-bottom prices.”

Found on MLS, negotiated a good price with some seller concessions toward closing cost.

I did a test asking agents on Zillow one simple question:"Morning ​C​rystal!

The key is finding out what the seller wants as far as terms but the majority just want a quick close with the highest price. 

Many times this is done right before closing of the sale.