Non-QM are Generally about 3/4% to 1% higher than Conventional rates, but that really depends on the program, your credit score, LTVs, occupancy status, income documentation type used (if any)...and the list goes on.

Specifically, I'm looking for insights on:Finding a reliable hard money lender who can finance the entire purchase and rehab costs.Strategies to present this deal to the lender to increase the chances of approval.Any potential pitfalls or things to watch out for in the BRRRR process, especially given the foreclosure status of the property.Tips on managing the rehab while tenants are already in place.Thank you in advance for your help!

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If I become a part-time real estate agent and have no other W-2 job, would I be able to qualify for real estate professional status?

The idea of using real estate professional status and then protecting those assets in an LLC which is owned by some other more fancy asset protection structure is nothing new.

I saw her casually on social media later and re-engaged.

I know that :)   I have great credit 740+ FICO, a few flips under my belt and this current project isn't complicated ($110k purchase price, $20k rehab for cosmetic fixes).They pulled credit before my term sheet was issued :(   90% LTV on purchase / 100% LTV on rehab  (What they sent:  65% LTV on purchase / 100% Rehab)Rates starting at 7.49% for 12 mos  (What they sent: 10.49% + 2.75% Loan Orig)We have a tight close date and I have to call the Account Executive everyday to find out what the status of the loan is, term sheet, etc..I'm not sure if I will use them for this project as I have already received 90% LTV for purchase and rehab, 9.49%, 12 mos, 1% loan orig, from another source but I wanted to try them as I heard many good things about them from other investors. 

We hope to have paid-off 5-10 small multi-family properties in the Tulsa area by retirement age that should supplement our 401K's and Social-Security income.Area: West Tulsa (blue-collar neighborhood)Property Price: $360KAverage rents: $3000-$3200 (duplex)Has anyone heard/worked with Marc Ruiz in Tulsa?

@Nina V.Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

What is the status of the soft costs (ie tap fees and development fees) of your build?