If you have a lender they should be getting lien releases as they pay draws.

However, if you feel you need their input earlier, you could offer to pay for their visit to walk the property with you pre-inspection.

It’s a good idea to have both for peace of mind!

It's still a "listing" in his mind regardless if it hits the MLS.

Join one and start volunteering - it’s the best way to network and meet like minded people.

I'd love to hear what you're paying and who you're using for them if you wouldn't mind sharing, either here or PM.

Was anyone able to attend and wouldn't mind sharing some updates?

Curious to have some conversations with similarly-minded folks. 

The only time I'd say it's an okay idea is if either: The area you're investing in is expecting so much appreciation that you will easily profit off that (watch out for mortgage interest though...the appreciation needs to be higher than what you pay in that and expenses to make it profitable)You have some specific reason for wanting to do it- family ties, future home, major long-term hold, etc.Maybe I'm forgetting another one, but those two are all I have for now...

Many voucher holders also work and so sometimes they will have a higher amount to spend than someone who doesn’t work because they can pay up to a % of their net income from the HA’s calculations, often 30-40%.