portfolio and investor loans

[Cameron W.]

My main question is every book that I've read says that I should have my financing first before I start searching for properties.  I was wondering how to do that, if I don't know what to tell the bank before I go look.  I have a really good idea of the properties i'm looking for but how do i know what perimeters I should narrow my search to, the actual numbers.  I also have some good leads on where to get a loan from (around the Augusta, GA) area.  Also a financial resume ready to go.  Can I see how much of a loan I can get with my down payment and then go or.. i'm just kinda confused as it seems to me like a chicken or egg problem.