I would probably get a buyers agent to represent you in the transaction. 

I’m I Realtor in Houston Texas and it is not required for the buyer to be represented by an agent.

I have had s SDIRA involved where attorneys were needed and as mentioned prior, as long as the attorney who is representing you is not prohibited, hiring counsel is not a prohibited transaction - no different than hiring one to evict a non-paying tenant. 

But my favorite says that tenants can break their lease any time if they choose to buy a home for themselves, and agree to have me represent them in the purchase as their buyer's agent.

I understand how to find cash buyers but how can I find investor friendly agents that are willing to find me properties and represent me.

They are licensed but are very careful to disclose their working relationship and that they don’t represent the buyer at all. 

Like anything else this type of investment has some unique risks for both buyer and seller; however, in many circumstances they represent the best alternative for both parties.  

I’ve never questioned anything he’s done to represent me previously but have been left with the feeling that maybe he didn’t actually presented the offer to the listing agent.

Search the county probate court recordsMost probate filings are public.In many counties (including Alabama), you can search online for:the deceased owner’s nameestate filingsopen probate casesIf it’s in probate, you’ll usually see an estate case with a personal representative listed.2.

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