I tend to agree with@Rick Albert here that we need more info.

I have a few brand new homes popping out of the ground in Canby Oregon.. msut of Portland proper is very old the new builds tend to be skinnies or expensive . 

Reverse exchanges tend to be much more expensive than traditional 1031 exchange. 

Loan amount is essentially unchanged since the loan is just under 2 years old.I thought the lending process was absolutely obnoxious last time around so I was wondering if anyone had any good referrals or recommendations.

For example, Southern Spain tends to be more affordable than the north, especially if you look at rural areas or small villages.

House HackAttend as many REI meetups as you can to grow your network of investors for referrals, help through challenges you may incur but don't have experience with, and learn from proven guest speakersNetworking app like blinq to compile all of your contacts for REI in one area with phone and emailbegin conversations with local credit unions exploring what type of loan products they offer

I have a great real estate attorney referral if you want it. 

While I’ve completed six transactions, I now primarily use my license for referrals rather than active practice.

New clients tend to come to most of the meetings where I'm not getting a lot out of them, and wanting to hear more from those in my time line.3) This is totally screwing with my YNAB method rule of giving every dollar a job.

I can send a referral