You need a realtor who knows how to do more than just show a property. If you want to work with a proficient realtor, they need to know the ins and outs of investing and be a valuable resource. They should have access to off-market or pocket listings, and know about upcoming deals before they hit the market so you, the investor, can get an edge on the competition. There is more to finding an investment property than simply looking at the sale price. Realtors working with investors should understand criteria like after repair value and scope of work. Your realtor should be the expert in the market you want to buy in. Thats me. As a life-long Vegas resident, I have a pertinent understanding of not only the Las Vegas market as a whole, but first-hand experience of the diverse livelihood I live in. Do not make the most common mistake of real estate investing by working with a lackluster realtor.