This way it would enhance my knowledge, have access to mls, understand my market better, and network w/ a wide variety of people in the real estate industry.

If I was to buy a 4unit for 200K-400K, how expensive would it be to find contractors that can do simple repairs to enhance the place a little.

If you're fixing things up nice (outside as well as in) your efforts will enhance your other properties (especially if they are close together).

More detail would be given once you've contacted me, via my email.Subject: Private HangoutLet's pull together our strengths to enhance our weaknesses.  

You can get an enhanced signature with a PRO account.

FHA Consultant not necessary for a streamline, in-fact I would advise not expending any money on this as this will not enhance or have any bearing on your streamline loan.

Welcome to BiggerPockets -- It indeed is a great place to share and enhance your REI knowledge.Looking forward to see you around, @Teague D.

My focus is on student housing, and renovation homes in the 28213, 28206, and 28208 areas.My property highlights are:-Proximity to Uptown-Proximity to University-Proximity to Light Rail Enhancements

The lender sent me a email stating the following,Felix, I spoke with my underwriter and the FHA guidelines on deriving income.FHA looks at current employment, as well as past employment.Because of the job changes over the past 2 years, schooling (which made sense and enhanced your career)FHA looks for a more consistent employment history and would want to see more time at your current job.I feel if you can get close to 2 years with your current employer, you will be better suited to meet FHA guidelines.I am sorry for the delay in getting back to you and would still like to work with you in the future.I was upfront about my employment history and even wrote a letter explaining any and all gaps in my employment history at our very first visit.

I'd rather go Freddie these days anyways as I'm getting higher ratio approvals on FHLMC and FHA, plus because of the enhancements coming to Home Possible Advantage in October.Thanks in advance,Chris