They're a conduit lender, so they require more documentation than a mortgage fund or private individual would request. 

It's still important for each individual to test the software platforms to see which one they prefer.

Based on the value of a property you can likely get away with a inexpensive desk top study such as condos and you will require a more comprehensive engineering study for larger properties like a 4plex.Desktop / modeling options are sometimes good for smaller residential like you mention. 

All the other individuals who have commented on This Thread get that, and I love them for it!

Can we hear from individuals who have experienced sustained success buying section 8 rentals while relying on entirely 3rd party service providers? 

I'm curious to know if anyone has enrolled in courses offered by individuals like Tom Cruz or Section8Karim.

But I do not have to wake up and use the most valuable resource in the world - time - to contribute to another individual's or corporation's wealth.

I'm genuinely asking to understand the use case for my self for an individual investor.Re. balance, as someone who is a former CPA and has prepared financial statements for multi-billion $ funds, I understand the important of a balance sheet.

But you would have to calculate the individual debt services to see if the debt is cheaper or more expensive.

The type of your business or the fact that you are paying them as an individual does not take away the requirement to file 1099s."