I also have found your comment replies on such a wide variety of topics here just as helpful.

For example it was widely reported that US commissions were previously fixed at 6% and the lawsuit ended that (the article you referenced makes this false claim also, and frankly is terrible reporting IMO).

It is widely recognized as a loss leader within the industry and those who are successful normally have a complimentary business such as a brokerage or a construction company that performs complimentary services.

The list is a nationwide list the Miami-Fort-Lauderdale area made number 2 on the list Orlando was ranked 6 on the nation wide list, so judging by the post I think it would be safe to assume Florida is one of the best states for fix-n-flips. 

They might spot arguments or angles you hadn’t considered.

I recall reading something along these lines in The Economist, pointing out how hidden fees can vary widely depending on local ordinances.

There are a lot of angles to this story plus the lawsuits and that never bodes well for investors.   

Here's a post where I go into detail about DSCR loans as far as the importance of cash flow, credit scores and down payments: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/49/topics/1080147-refinance-rate-105Lender terms and fees vary widely.

Another angle to consider is to look for turnkey companies that are selling completely renovated properties and have also bought down the interest rate.

I was hoping to talk to people that have gone through his program to see if his success is more widely duplicated.