A great mortgage lender is worth their weight in gold (or whatever loan amount requested.) 

HI - not sure if linking is allowed here but I just put out a piece on advice on this exact topic (https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/517/topics/1196250-tip-...) - you should be OK but it would behoove you greatly to get some sort of documentation like a BPO (Broker Price Opinion) of the value now for use later in the refi!

Something as simple as handing out golf clubs at the local putt putt golf, or possibly being a waiter at a very high priced restaurant and taking home good tips.

BONUS TIP: I just read on a listing that I'm going to adapt: Include in tenants lease they must pay for PSE&G Worry Free service.

When I invest, I want whoever is running the show to be focused on the investment and managing the company, not on a book tour or teaching people about real estate.What other profession do you see this in?

So don't jump the gun and tip your hand to early.If 4 or 6 months pass and no idiot comes along, that's a good time for you to pop up with a reasonable offer (that the seller is considering "lowball," but so what).

4) Any tips or tricks you can pass along with this method? 

It's a fast read and gives some great tips and checklists for setting up and operating your MTR. 

Step #PhaseStep1DiscoveryTalk to experts and learn (process, tips, design tips)2DiscoveryCreate social media and document story3DiscoveryGeneral research - budget considerations, financing options, permits, regulations, tax considerations4DiscoveryMarket research - competitor analysis, analyze guest reviews, market trends5DiscoveryGather ideas/inspo (blogs, articles, youtube)6DefineCreate brand and vision7DefineCreate guest requirements (e.g. coffee maker, natural light, near activities, etc.) and prioritize must have, nice to have, etc.8DefineSketch idea for look and feel (architecture and design) - map out the floor layout9DefineConsult an architect (is this needed?)

So any tips or apps that can help me please send them my way.