What do you normally look for in choosing a lender? 

Also, you don’t need a business license just to look at properties, but if you buy a bigger property, like a multi-family unit, you might need a certificate of occupancy, depending on the local rules.For business trips, most expenses can be deductible, but if it’s part personal and part business, you can only deduct the business portion.

With your budget, depending on where you are working, I'd consider Silver Spring or Hyattsville  

Here are the reclassification percentages.HOW DO I CHOOSE A COST SEGREGATION STUDY PROFESSIONAL?

@Michael DartenMichael,Let me know who choose and how it works out, I wouldn’t mind having a backup.

@Dan Deppen owns a company that does the underwriting.Once its underwritten then you also must make sure you use a third party licensed servicer to follow fdcpa requirements and consumer protection laws.Lastly, depending on the state you are in, you may need a lender license or servicing license in order to orginate loans.

They are 2 years behind I believe, depending on the fund.

And, depending on where your properties are in Portland, the value might be near its peak—selling while they’re in top condition could be a smart move.Ultimately, it comes down to what will give you the most peace of mind and the most flexibility for the future.

Am I correct that a condo, depending on area and neighborhood, could be a lower risk/maintenance investment for an absentee landlord as opposed to other properties?

Ensuring you choose the right roommate is so important.