@James Dolan working on refinancing my first property that I bought in Canonsburg (suburb SW of Pittsburgh) now.I have since bought two other duplexes, one rented, and one under construction.I’m in the preliminary phases of the refinance process myself.

Etc) preliminary planning

Very preliminary stages. 

I have also done a preliminary layout of lots that will allow access to ALL lots from this FSR.

Based on the preliminary plans a few months ago, I had a quote from a contractor for $210K.

Once the preliminary analysis has been done, the lender should issue you an in-depth analysis of the numbers to you via a proposal (I can send you an example of one if you would like to see one).Once the terms are negotiated (you "can" modify the PPP and replacement reserve account on some deals), and settled, you will be issued a contract.

You will also need the payment instructions.2)  Have preliminary title work done. 

@Neo PerrinMy preliminary research is showing similar results, which is somewhat discouraging.

I get their preliminary application and if it meets my posted Tenant Selection Criteria then I logon to mysmartmove.com and enter the applicants info.  

In my state, CA, title preliminary reports still require a statement of info that gives them enough info on persons with record title interest, and they use this to run those names through the county general lien index for AJ's, etc.