I have some rentals that are condos that I love beecause they require nothing.

Can they bypass this requirement if paying in cash?

I was unaware about the 6th month seasoning requirement by most lenders, but I found two that would refi after the rehab is completed.

They don't require employment verification, income or tax returns.

When choosing tenants (I am in California), it's important to avoid even the appearance of discrimination, especially during in-person meetings.

.: As mentioned by others above, require your cleaner to remove all refuse from the property, including anything in the bins, every time they visit the property.

As you may have found in your search, there are lenders that will lend up to 80% of the appraised value on investment properties and don't require an appraisal.Let me know if you'd like me to point you in the right direction.

Any tips on areas to avoid and/or target?

@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.

Between it  and chain, both last a long time and require little maintenance, but the vinyl looks so much better and is more functional by blocking visibility.