It runs background checks, credit reports, eviction/criminal reports, template leases, a Docusign-like program to sign lease agreements, rent collection, tax consolidation for EOY tax time, etc. 

And (2) how do I find downpayment assistance programs to help get started.

As responsible Real Estate Investors,  we want to educate them on their options:  Mortgage relief programs, loan modifications, forbearance, short sale, etc. 

You could look at those NQM type loans like bank statement programs that only look at 12 months, but even those will have higher rates/fees than a conventional might. 

It is this program that really sparked my interest into this type of 1st lien HELOC program. 

Individuals with disabilities have the right to train a service dog themselves and are not required to use a professional service dog trainer or training program."

Our minimum credit score requirements vary by loan program: Fix and Flip Loans—600+ DSCR Loans—620+ Bridge Loans—660+ New Construction Loans—680+ Wish your credit rating was higher?

Our minimum credit score requirements vary by loan program: Fix and Flip Loans—600+ DSCR Loans—620+ Bridge Loans—660+ New Construction Loans—680+ Wish your credit rating was higher?

If at all possible, I'd suggest beginning with a house hack because it should cut down your own monthly expenses while you build equity and there are great low down payment programs available for owner-occupied financing.

You may do a 12 month bank statement program or 1 year Profit and Loss statement to validate your income for the past year.