Does anyone have an objection as to why I should continue with these services?  

To newer investors, they may rely on their agents to act as the Chief Investment Officer, effectively thinking the agent will bring them only perfect deals that meet their investment objectives.  

I have had a long term interest in purchasing an investment property and I'm looking to be smarter about this.

Quote from @Trevor McCormick: Hi All, looking for some advise or mentoring on purchasing a short term rental property in Kissimmee Florida.1)Is it still a good investment with the current prices?

These are our first two rental property purchases.

If you had good credit (670-730 range), you have 20% to make a down payment, and sufficient income to qualify for the home you want to purchase - Would you choose the FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER or CONVENTIONAL purchase option...which would you pick and WHY?

I know for example we can fund up to 90% of the purchase and 100% of the rehab when we're funding the purchase and the rehab.

I definitely wouldn't sign a purchase agreement before seeing the property.

This is more than enough to do PML's whether you originate or purchase from a broker is up to you.

I'd also like to try to purchase with a land trust or my LLC.