While downpayment requirements are higher, still a great option. 

And start the tedious process of building those relationships.Or you could skip all that and find a mentor that also has the community of likeminded people.It will take you less time but is likely going to require an up front investment.Btw have you done a deal yet or would this be your first?

I see Xplorie is popular but they require a minimum of 10 properties for a partnership.

This loan doesn't require any certain length of ownership seasoning or equity. 

I was aware of the egress requirement, but was not considering the door size or ceiling heights.

This will happen in a market with balanced supply and demand, in a monetary system like the US, with fiat currency targeting 2% inflation.- In some markets, that are growing quickly, with great jobs and lots of inbound migration, this could be a little higher - like 4-5% per year over long time periods as demand outpaces supply.

For example, you could say, “I’ve noticed the property seems vacant and might require some upkeep.

Some towns require a residential parking permit (sometimes on specific streets only within that same town) - you need to know what those requirements are and how feasible it will be.

The NAR settlement was ridiculous and has only forced agents to do more paperwork and disclosures, but the vast majority of us are still working the same way.The law requires the agent to sign an agreement with you.

One of the major driving factors for increased premiums is the carrier's requirement for higher replacement cost limits on file for buildings.