True, I am 100% with you on that.The point here is, when you analyze, you do based on what you know now (what is known as a fact today) and on what is highly likely to happened (again from today) and to accept the fact that things might change tommrow.Life happened every day, that’s why  we need to stay firm with our direction but flexible with our approach.having lived through the HORRORS of those years fully engrossed in the industry almost nationwide... it was regional on who did well and who had troubles.. no question well positioned landlords in Portland for instance no issue.. 

Well said Jennifer!

Bank won foreclosure in 10 months so luckily it cashflowed as well as it did. 

If may cost a bit but will be well worth the effort.

Watch out for egress (windows or doors) as well.  

You've done well with your Class A rental, generating $500/mo in cash flow, this adds up over time.

The best is to work with a seasoned banker who knows the system well and knows which questions to ask investors and which not to ask investors.

A Mentor – I am new to the area and hoping to find someone to learn from and help that knows the area well and can guide me in the right direction.2.

There is well developed  case law that points to a guarantor having to receive a benefit in order for the lender to hold them accountable in the event of a default etc.

Quote from @Carson Hyland: Even if you buy the right property, failing to manage it well will kill your cash flow.