What is advantageous is someone that is good at underwriting and unbiased (only analyzes the deal based on the underwriting without other emotions).Note i have a fair amount of experience and plan to place a competitive offer tomorrow that the underwriting dictates not placing a competitive offer.  

The fact that your property is in a strong area with high-quality renters and growth potential is a major advantage.First, revisit your numbers to include all expenses and potential tax benefits, like depreciation and mortgage interest deductions.

Absolutely, @Cynthia Lee happy to refer you to either of the Portland based attorneys I have experience working with.

I would encourage you to sit down with a couple of real estate salespersons and choose one based upon experience as well as knowledge of the area. 

Based on the quality of this particular home, my rent estimate may be low.Note: you have to consider other factors.

Would that loan include the renovation costs based on the ARV?

It is a sure thing that you will have success simply based on your introspection!

Lots are just drawn to the low purchase prices, and buy based solely on price. 

There is a "sponsor exemption" but that only allows an unlicensed person to raise money but it cannot be more than 50% of their duties and the pay they receive cannot be based on how much they raised.If you have never raised $, a family office will be off the table as they typically want the company to ahve atleast $50-$100M in assets. 

I have two real estate property as rental, 3rd one is my primary all based in San Diego.