A phone call will answer all the questions or a quick visit is better, set an appt. 

If not, I’d encourage you to make a few calls—you’ll not only learn about the programs firsthand, but you’ll also build relationships with lenders who could be valuable for future deals.As Dale Carnegie said, "Knowledge isn’t power until it is applied."

We’ve previously used Call the Underwriter to underwrite individuals, but my understanding is that compliance is less of a concern when selling to an LLC?

Always ask, and don’t be swayed by a sales pitch suggesting that the distinction doesn’t matter—it absolutely does.

Do you consider worst case scenario and base your potential offer based on this? 

A basic rule I tell Colorado STR buyers is that you can go cheaper on lesser used items but not the big stuff. 

Congrats on the first deal!

The whole house needs to be remodeled due to lots of wear and tear and being outdatedI am planning to use a HELOC on my current property for mostly all the repairs.

Meat doesn't get on the bone until it's ready to sale.2. 

Called the seller while he was in the dentist office.