No appraisalI realize I don't get to choose the terms when using a white label service but I'd like to get close until I have my own funding. 

There are three safe harbors that businesses may use to meet the test.Half of the amount the business spent on services were for services performed in a QOZ.Necessary business functions and necessary tangible property was located in a QOZ.Half of the hours of service received by the business were performed in a QOZ.A business does not need to meet all three safe harbors to qualify.

They arent really allowed to turn you away, but they will push you away with terrible loan pricing and intentionally bad service. 

You'll likely pay high premiums, face lots of claim denials due to "pre-existing conditions", and deal with service delays.

The host is based out of Boston!

The only reason to do a cashout refi is to replace expensive debt with cheaper debt or use the money to purchase more investments that make more money than the cashout refis debt service payments.

I am looking into more cost friendly options as I am paying for a registered agent service. 

It may sound funny to pay a 1031 exchange service to simply receive money for you and spend it for you, but it is essential. 

But these days, it’s hard to find decent properties where the numbers work as far as covering the debt service with rental income. 

I think you need to sign up on Meet Up and RSVP: Tuesday, Nov. 12 Walnut Creek  at Rotator Taproom 6pm (short notice - it's tomorrow)Thursday, Nov. 21 Oakland at Two Pitchers Brewing Company (hosted by Tyler Jahnke of Kenji Capital)Saturday, Nov. 23 Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley hike at 10am (hosted by Tyler Jahnke of Kenji Capital)Thursday Nov. 14 San Francisco - Happy Hour/Networking at Alchemist Bar and LoungeTuesday, Nov 19   San Francisco - 100% Funding for your Deal (Sports Basement at Stonestown Galleria mall)https://www.meetup.com/bayarearei/events/304151177