We self manage from Chicago and it’s very manageable in this market with the help of today’s technology.  

Padsplit is simply a technology platform.

If the loan is conventional, it is likely serviced by a mortgage servicer and you will have difficulty getting in contact with the actual investor who owns the loan.

I'm based in Los Angeles and experiencing the same difficulties finding a lender for out of state commercial multi-family properties under $1M.

I will add, with technology, it is quite easy for overseas investors to invest practically anywhere in the US.

My take as an insider is that it's because it's actually a much harder job than many might realize, and a consultative/ interpersonal/ hands on one that simply cannot be replaced easily with technology. 

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These I think are considered rookie mistakes, but I'm all about finding ways to reduce risks from human error.Has anyone else considered technological solutions to help the due diligence process?

Real- Estate  is a lot tougher game now because of technology now allowing buyers, sellers to access the market using the internet without using agents but  you do have hot areas that can support  more bodies .

I have a background in technology and real estate (I was a previous VC-backed technology company founder), so I am very tech-friendly, and I like to adopt solutions that streamline workflow/enable best practices.