Also ask, when you submit the plans does the city give a hard time on all the stuff or just a couple things. 

It's time to start the process as everyone else mentioned above.

These will change over time but always good to start somewhere.

It’s always a great time to buy.  

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

I have done cash for keys many times. 

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That is a deal-killer for some groups and others will cut back leverage, so be prepared that way2) Make sure it is with a lender that is licensed in ID, it has some different rules up there so confirming ahead of time would be good.3) Include those monthly escrows into your monthly expense calculation, DSCR lenders do, so make sure you are on the same page4) With that, make sure that the lender you work with will go down to 1.0 on their DSCR if it is going to be tight.Good luck in your decision!

There is also a significant time investment in continuing education, and as others have mentioned, liability.If the goal is to access off market properties, simply having a license and MLS access won't necessarily help.