We decided to diversify in a few ways...given as a Broker Owner we only controlled TWO things, our roster and more effectively monetization of ALL our transactions.  

However it was a very stressful transaction for me, and the underwriting process delayed my closing 45 days.

Most DSCR lenders will not negotiate their rates since they have end investors to answer to, especially if it is your first transaction with that lender.

Depending on the equity you have in the properties you own, it may be possible to cross collateralize them for the down payment. 

@Marc ShinRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

We’ve used Bob Lambert at Stanley, Lande and Hunter for all of our transactions.

@Michael Morrongiello Oh I know the agreements and the documents used in these transactions.

I feel they should use the transaction value still.I plan to fight with the fact that the market value was set a year ago and I have similar transactions that are lower from Refin this year and some had more bedrooms!

I ended up making an offer on a multifamily today -finance deal so fingers crossed that my offer is accepted and the full inspection goes smoothly.  

I could also ask him to provide a report from his business (he is self employed) of his P&L and transaction reports to make sure he is making money etc.