Sympathize with them, and try to help them get out of their current situation.Have accurate numbersALWAYS have an accurate ARV(after repaired value) on a property, and ALWAYS have accurate repair costs.

I’m not trying to second guess you, just trying not to make you feel like a peasant while I do important stuff. 

Simply put, we start off with the As Repaired/Completed Value (ARV), then subtract from that number a reasonable profit, the rehab cost (scope of work), which we've gotten good at, a contingency reserve for any "unexpecteds", our cost of capital/carrying costs (interest and costs of the leverage used), and our costs/fees on the buy and sell sides of a flip.

If you have an questions, feel free to reach out, or if you're in the area, let's grab a coffee!

The rent from the other units will allow your to purchase a more expensive property than you could on your own, which could help you build the value of your portfolio (and equity) faster. 

I like their portal, because I feel that I am able to have a good idea of the status in processing of my loans, but I would be intentional about the loan officer I work with. 

The country's continuous population growth, coupled with its high demand for urban housing, positions its real estate market for steady, long-term price increases.Over the past decade, cities like Berlin and Munich have seen remarkable growth in property values, with an increasing number of investors betting on the continued upward trend.

Again, at another $20 per unit higher it will be worth another $685,000 at 90% occupancy= $616,00 more value.  

@Joseph Kirton How much time do you feel is needed to be successful?

Having a co-signer doesn't feel like that at first, but you can't predict the future.