Your assumption about them being understaffed or prioritizing larger clients could very well be true.

We're not limited to a small list of lenders or prioritize paid sign-ups over client needs.

My wife and I spend a lot of time together, we take vacations regularly, and I prioritize my health by working out 3–4 days a week and getting 7–8 hours of sleep most nights.

While we've certainly goofed with some of our clients in the past, we try to prioritize providing clients with a great experience.

Prioritize stable cash flow, good location, and manageable property condition, while considering strategies like gradual rent increases, expense reduction, and value-add improvements to enhance returns.

Reducing rent sets a precedent and can attract price-sensitive tenants rather than those prioritizing quality.Negotiating renewal terms can make sense if tied to benefits like lease length or tenant stability, but always ensure it aligns with your long-term goals.

As a family-run business we’re curious—what factors do lenders prioritize most when evaluating projects like ours?

As long as the buyer prioritize lower monthly payments and is confident that they can manage the long-term cost of a 40-yr loan - If the buyer plans to stay in the property for a long time.Also, be sure to weigh these two drawbacks to a 40-year loan (paying significantly more interest over the life of the loan and building equity slower as compared to a shorter loan term).

For example they only buy land and build in land lord friendly states.Before they buy land to build on, they thoroughly analyze key market indicators such as population growth, occupancy rates, job growth, and even prioritize top school districts.

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