When a property comes available that matches that criteria, I move on it.#3:  Short cuts are not efficient. 

There you will be asked your criteria and then after answering a few questions you will be matched with 3-5 agents in your area.

You might find that installing a mini-split system, properly insulating, and ensuring the finishes match the main home’s quality will make a difference in how the appraiser views it.

I am profitable right now (cash flowing between $1200 and $2500 per month depending on the season), but don't have any desire to raise my monthly payment with a cash-out refi (nor am I likely to match my current rate).

There are many REI strategies, figure out the one that matches your funds, personal involvement, etc. 

We've secured many tenants who didn't know that we were actually the perfect match for them when they started their search.

So again it goes back to know exactly who you're working with and not just the ticker symbol of their company.Fee wise there is a range but not a huge one.  

Quote from @Chris Olandese:  I like this too - it's very definitive which matches my work ethic.

We focus on CapEX before beauty. as a realtor we understand selling or renting homes you have to make the home function, Roofing, windows, electrical and plumbing. after we address these we focused on beautify making sure the upgrades match the area and is forward thinking with color scheme, flooring, and flow.

In terms of Peniche, it seems to match my investment criteria.