Interesting - I think it may be a good idea to run full returns on your properties - cashflow, plus loan paydown, potentially appreciation and tax benefits.

This 'consultative' approach means their business clients come in talk through problems and they try to provide a bit of outside business 'coaching' if you will, or connect you with another client who can assist.

The FHA 203(k) loan is designed for owner-occupied fixer-uppers!

Most loans are sold to those two entities.  

Debt Protection: If you have mortgages or private loans, a life insurance policy can protect your family or business partners by covering outstanding debts in the event of an unexpected passing.4.

I argue that more money in the hands of the rehabber makes the loan safer.

To take it a step further we have been taking loans from our 401K’s to help support down payments on rental properties.

Have you leveraged lines of credit, private lenders, portfolio loans, or other creative financing options?

Professionals find good deals, operates them professionally hopefully providing a profit without you have to deaL with the issues that face a landlord every day. 

Different DSCR lenders have different guidelines.More on DSCR loans: DSCR loans won't use your income to underwrite the loan.