I would look for reviews on Zillow, Google Maps, Yelp, Experiance.com.To look up their license history you can use nmlsconsumeraccess.com, licensed and registered Loan Officers have to report a 10 year employment history.

Whether it be a fix-and-flip loan or a 30-year fixed DSCR loan, nearly all of the clients that I work with will opt for closing in the name of an LLC.As you may know, closing in the name of an LLC prevents the loan from reporting on your personal credit as a tradeline (unless you default on the loan).

That being said, I had to translate a lot of documents on my own for the loan process, so there was more effort involved.

That growth is unevenChase JordanFri, January 24, 2025  The ever-growing Charlotte region is home to 3 million people, but the population is projected to swell by more than 50% over the next 25 years, according to local researchers.By 2050, some 4.6 million people will be living in Mecklenburg County and surrounding areas, the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance said in a report released Thursday.

With new regulations in Canada like the flipping tax and property gains tax, I want to be mindful of the risks involved. 

As mentioned above get involved locally. 

HUDuser.org is great for vacancy rates, but cross-referencing with local market reports is important for more context.For job diversity and employers, LinkedIn or regional economic development websites often provide insights.

Specifically, I am interested in learning more about syndications, working with lenders, lawyers, CPAs, and other professionals involved in cross-border real estate deals.

There is still some paperwork involved but significantly less than traditional lending institutions.  

Last month, I pulled the trigger on getting my first real estate property ever and decided to go with a 4 bed, 2 bath new construction to limit all the variables involved since I am still in college.