I can search it but same deal, the search engines don't evaluate the results.

My first reaction to your post is if you're purchasing assets that are throwing off positive cash but your DTI is going up then it may be time to re-evaluate the type of assets or the expenses associated with those assets.  2.

Must have tools: you need some type of evaluation metric and/or tool that you are comfortable with and are willing to walk about from a deal if it doesn't meet your requirements.also, a deal is a term for a transaction, not to be confused with a "good deal".

Most times when evaluating a DSCR mortgage, market rent will come into play.

I'm here to help gather the data  to evaluate if it in fact is a good deal. 

Have you had it evaluated by a Realtor, or are you relying on Zillow or other online algorithms to estimate your property's value?

We have created work instructions for every step of the process so we can maintain consistency in how we evaluate properties, communicate with tenants, market our properties, handle rent increases, manage property turnover, etc.....

3️⃣ How do you evaluate whether a deal is worth taking a piece of instead of owning outright?

There are HELOANS - at that juncture, your best bet is to evaluate what is called the blended rate and compare that to an entire new first lien (cash out).

You also will want to stick to on market properties at first because the purchase process and evaluation process (namely title and inspections) will be more defined.