Quote from @Matthew Posteraro: I am in the phase of practicing deal analysis on possible investment properties in the area I am looking to invest in.

Quote from @Gary Bonds: Any best practices when attempting to secure business funding from a bank, in the form of a loan or credit?

My bookkeeping practice pays me active income, so my priority is equity.For debt loans, you will see 10-15% annualized, depending on your experience as an operator.

For me, it's about practicing Cooperative Group Economics: It's not about me maximizing my profit, by rather about me maximizing the benefit to my community.

@Toby FellowsYou are correct, you need to ‘hang’ your license under a broker in order to practice real estate, and most brokerages require you to become a member of the National Association of Realtors as well.While you are preparing and taking your courses, contact several brokers and interview them to find out who might be a good fit.

Rates in this range are also typically higher, making it tough to achieve viable cash flow.A more practical and attainable option would be 20-25% down.

If you put any information on social media you are practicing real estate without a license.

Next step will be to start analyzing deals for practice and asking others for feedback on my analysis.

The sellers have not been responsive when asked to provide that information, which is why I was wondering if it's a typical practice prior to submitting an offer. 

Anyone have practical experience with this that we can discuss further?