In either regard, there are plenty of professional and sophisticated investors here on BP that can help you navigate the journey ahead. 

One of my specialties is to understand the reality of the world's perceptions and overcome those disavantages, particularly with Technology which was why having an IT background became a really good asset for me.

Are you suggesting that I buy a property in cash to build up some kind of perception of value from a lenders prospective?

I think this makes the perception worse. 

Purchase price: $360,275 Cash invested: $285,000 Sale price: $915,000 The new conversion & sophisticated unit boasts luxurious finishes, crown moldings, curved walls, and soaring ceilings, and full of light & space.

Sophisticated investors look at the Rent-to-Value Ratio and look for at least 1% or more to be able to cashflow after expenses.

Winter is always a good time and the perception in the market makes selling tricky but opportunity more present than last few years. 

The arbitrager uses a sophisticated virtual assistance team from the Philipines to manage and lookout for the property.

Is she really handling your level of sophistication? 

Just use an online service and shoot them the link in every case so there is no perception that you are being less than fair.