The buyer does not need to use that particular lender, they are simply trying to protect their clients interests the best they can.Go back to your lender and get the pre-approval letter, else your offer will likely not be accepted.

*This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

This post does not create an attorney-client or CPA-client relationship.

I connected with a real estate agent who had a large investor client who was looking to off-load some of his portfolio.

I have a client interested in a STR around the Worcester area.

Your property manager has a fiduciary responsibility to protect you, her client.

I just bought a Client of mine a distressed SFR and he is renovating it now.

Good comments from everyone, but of there can always be exceptions in rare cases.Consider that I set up a loan in Tampa where my client put no money down at all.

It took explaining it to some residential clients at first but there are lots of benefits to it. 

It really depends on what goals you are trying to accomplish and the type of housing you are looking.My partner and I have our own construction companies that we work together and we've been helping clients to renovate to either flip or rentals.