Check out this chart: FICO Score Pct of Population Default Probability 800 or more 13.00% 1.00% 750-799 27.00% 1.00% 700-749 18.00% 4.40% 650-699 15.00% 8.90% 600-649 12.00% 15.80% 550-599 8.00% 22.50% 500-549 5.00% 28.40% Less than 499 2.00% 41.00% Source: Fair Isaac CompanyMake sure you understand the Class of properties you are looking at and the corresponding results to expect.

For those who’ve used it, what strategies or sources have worked best for you when covering the difference between your loan and the total project cost?

Honestly, that is probably my #1 favorite feature.

What are the best sources or methods you use to accurately set rental rates in your area?

I found it better to source a renter myself.

They don't rely on the meager information obtained from continuing education classes, but instead they research more on their own.The CPA exam is a start, but the education obtained from experience, asking questions, digger deeper, consulting with other professionals, as well as other sources is valuable. 

Who is your favorite lender to work with?

@Dan ShuderRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

@James Wise MICHIGAN UPDATE: new law went into effect January 2, that landlords can no longer discriminate on tenant income source.

So I understand to scale a training business many times you have to outsource ( don't know if this company is doing that) But out source your lead gen funnel.. pretty tough for the actual owners to respond to all the hits they are going to get if they are out on the web with mass advertising..