Instead of recommendations and professional advice from her I found myself with more questions than answers often times, and her newness and lack of confidence left me feeling like I couldn't trust her.I think you're already 4 steps ahead of her as you're here asking the questions and are engaged on the BP forums which in my opinion, besides having a great broker with seasoned agents to learn from in person, is the MOST important thing.

For new investors, you can secure up to 90% of the ARV, and for seasoned investors, there are even opportunities for up to 100% financing, depending on the lender and the specifics of the deal.If you need any assistance or have more questions, I'm here to help.

Ashlie,I would reach out to @AJ Wongundefined  He is a member here on the BP forum and a Seasoned agent in Both California and Oregon. 

One partner has over 10 years of experience with 2000 Unit, and next one has about 900 units as GP, and the rest of us were first time multifamily players. 

Quote from @Gash Nookala: David has the right idea about building a team, but the most important player on that team is the property manager.

Kishl,If you want to talk to a seasoned expert in Dallas and DFW reach out to @Lucia RushtonLucia is a member here on the BP forum and has helped tons of my bank customers find a great investment property. 

If not, are there any that would allow us to refinance with no seasoning afterwards?

You can also do a 2 year bridge loan without the 3 month seasoning requirement needed and can lend up to 80% LTV. 

If so, there is no seasoning required on a delayed purchase loan. 

If you suggesting that winter is causing insurance to be higher, two things: the last years or see we call it brown grass season here in Milwaukee, because we don't get much snow anymore.