A reliable lender can fund a loan within days, this opens the door to countless more deals allowing you to get the best possible price. 

Listening carefully and asking open-ended questions like “What’s most important to you in this deal?”

I feel like this post is missing a lot.

You can test this, by asking some to SHOW you how they calculate ROI, Cap Rates, Cash-on-Cash, etc., for their clients.Many will say, "that's the investor's problem".They are correct because an investor should NOT rely anyone else to run their numbers.So, then what exactly makes them investor-friendly?

You're certainly correct, this market it pretty awesome, which brings in a lot of competition. 

I’ve been in this space for a long time, coaching and investing, and I love helping people get started.

This is from ABB and HA.

Also, from what I read in Bloomberg, midterm rentals near major hospitals can sometime command a decent premium.. especially if they include some nice furnishings.Little Tweaks Count: Even minor upgrades, like new door locks or a fresh coat of paint, can help you justify a stronger rent.Driving for Dollars & Networking..

Same answer whether you borrowed against your residence or against your rental A or against your life insurance or from your family or from any other source. 

Please share any helpful resources, your personal experiences, and what you have found to be valuable with every transaction.