to add to this discussion, my agent's wife owns an interior design firm, and i have considered making signs that would give her advertising, but also enhance the property...a sign such as "Renovation just completed by Ashley J Designs" or something like that...something to stand out from the pack

I follow your logic though... and my own philosophy is that cahs flow has a "flavor and color" -- and it's possible to get "enough" cash flow and still have properties / experiences / tenants that provide you a great "joy to headache" ratio!

Even if the request is not meant to establish long term relationship, I think shooting a couple of pictures would only enhance your professional standings with the requestor.

Most of these license requirements have been a response to various trade groups lobbying for it in order to enhance their income and prestige.

If it is two building sites, for example, we must show where exactly they are located, possible viewscapes or other enhancements, stream crossings, and driveway location.

I am as guilty as anyone but shouldnt we have some knowledge on this subject since it could greatly enhance all of our businesses?

It will only enhance your situation, Good luck with this.

Enhanced networking opportunities would go a long way.

Many of the initial underwriting rules go out the window after a loan is seasoned, kept on the books by the lender, and they will take on a different flavor to be sold in the secondary market or to affiliate lenders, but there are generally accepted requirements.

Or is this just another "Guru" trying to sell his own flavor of snake oil?