It drives me crazy when I hear these stories preventive maintenance is what should be practiced and discussing all avenues of the deal and the borrowers docs in advance.   

I've been informed that completing the course alone may not be sufficient to pass the exam, so I’m seeking advice on how to prepare effectively once I complete it.Currently, my only other resources include a YouTube video, five practice exams, and a textbook.If you have any additional suggestions—whether online or in-person, paid or free—that could help me effectively prepare for the exam, I would greatly appreciate them.

It is standard practice and component level depreciation is encouraged by the IRS.Though it is very important to track you time as you go along.

If there is not enough STRs in the market you are in then you have to adjust business practices.

I know there are a variety of screening practices used by landlords and property management companies.

I don't think the LVP will feel right with carpet underneath and it's not a sound installation practice to have that buffer layer there.

@Brian Rocha It’s clear why most lenders insist on including rehab funds in the loan, and all of our partner banks follow this practice for fix-and-flip loans to minimize risk and meet securitization standards.

The articles show the devastation done by the lack or poor business practices of the IHA. 

What would standard down the payment be? 

We have a standard management agreement with a hold-harmless clause but nothing mandating arbitration.