Just curious because debating on going the non-qm or portfolio route...

I am planning on going there next week in order to get a feel for the market.  

Are you planning on going back to the sale this year?

Also ask about recent repairs or on going problems.Good luck!

I plan on going to a Washington Landlord Association meeting next week also.  

Ideally, an investor should choose a CMBS lender that can also offer balance sheet or bridge loans besides CMBS just in case a back-up option is needed.Life insurance companies (Lifecos)Life insurance companies have an ongoing need to invest money in long-term, fixed-rate investments, which include commercial real estate loans with defined maturities.

I'm planning on going to the Houston REIA meetingn this Thursday (March 3rd). 

Any suggestions on going about finding a brokerage?

Option 2 saves you money as you eliminate the HML points and interest.However...if you are going to be flipping on an ongoing basis it might be a good idea to establish a relationship with a Hard Money Lender who could help you finance further flips and help you grow.Unless of course your deliver big on this first flip and your family love the cash and agree to finance more projects for you. 

I am planning on going to Black Diamond this month.