I would interested to hear more about your specific plans and goals.

Now you get better cash flow, probably got a tax deduction due to the points (check with your CPA), and you don't need to worry about refinancing later.

Which leads to another question, what is your specific ability to finance a solution? 

The HAP and related documents is from the state and very specific.

I currently live in Western WA but am looking to make the move to Eastern WA, specifically the Spokane Valley area.

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I'm an out-of-state investor but specifically invest in Akron Ohio (your backyard!).

Based on what you wrote here, I think the lesson should have been to not chase a specific number of properties, rather chase a specific number of dollars.

Florida specific, and aome other areas----Perhaps an over looked dinstinction:  I, as an agent (or a non agent) can pay a referral fee for a Lead, but it can Not be dependent upon whether a sales transaction occurs.