I hope to develop my knowledge in real estate through this community to enhance my financial portfolio in real estate.

I am looking to connect with others in the industry as well as help others network and build valuable relationships that will help enhance their real estate business regardless of the area you are in. 

In addition to this, the deposit gives you access to the following:a.Advanced Deal Analysis Software – enter the purchase price, rehab costs and After Repair Value and we’ll give you a comprehensive break down including costs, net profit, and potential cash to close.b.Access to Proof of Funds – 24/7c.Contracts and Checklistsd.Additional Tools & Resources to help you avoid common pit falls in evaluating, rehabbing, negotiating and reselling the property.e.Your first evaluation is covered with the deposit.f.If the needed funding is more than 70% but it’s still a profitable deal, we’ll work with you to potentially wholesale the property and still make money on the deal.g.The remaining $1850 is rebated back to you once you resale your first property.8.Just like every other Hard Money Lender, one of the biggest challenges is helping new investors get dialed in on establishing accurate After Repair Values.

Personally I charge $500.00 for a renovation bid as an investor pre-purchase tool which frankly is cheap considering the typical bid requires 3 hours or more of drive time and on site project inspections then another 2-3 hours of typing out a comprehensive bid that considers all desirable finishes.

There are lots of other factors and possibilities so don't take this as comprehensive.

However, the did a very good job of giving a general and comprehensive overview and offered many, many, many very useful specific pieces of information.

Also do you know how long the lender looks at ownership with cash flow to use as accounted income to help enhance my chances of approval down the road. 

Great comprehensive list.

Yes it seems the traditional investing approach works best for me, but as I grow I will navigate more comprehensive and creative investing strategies.   

Enjoy this comprehensive site in an expansive field.