I checked the Better Business Bureau for complaints, I checked the NJ State Attorney General consumer division to ensure he was licensed, I checked every reference he gave by visiting sites and speaking with the homeowners. 

Here are my responses to your questions1) Not my area of expertise, but the numbers on this are very strong2) I'd generally lean towards building the CFM, but strategically selling some properties when someone gives you a offer you can't refuse.3) Most HMLs would lend you 75%-85% of your purchases prices plus up to 100% of the rehab costs (though some HMLs like to see the rehab costs at or below the purchase price).

The generally equates to a tiny 3 bed 1 bath home that is in need of renovation, and either no basement or unfinished.

While it may not be able to answer technical questions accurately like the number of days for a notice of default, it can educate you on the general steps involved and common pitfalls landlords make.Best of luck!

It's definitely a good tool in the toolbox for any investor but I generally find them to not be useful.

Sri,Are you a General Contractor/Builder or are you simply looking for financing to build a 2-4 unit?

We are in Tampa so a similar market.We provide a starter set which is clearly communicated to guests (thought some people do not like it and clearly do not read which you cannot help) generally consisting of:- 2 Laundry Pods- 2 Dishwasher pods- 2 Rolls of Toilet Paper per bathroom- 2 Paper Towel Rolls- 2 Trashbags- All soaps are refillable including dish soap, hand soap, and body washes/shampoos.They are expected to get their own should they run out of anything. 

In general, Cleveland is an excellent market to purchase rentals. 

That term is generally used when zoning has change, such that it if the structure were destroyed, it could not be built back. 

Having a "master" accounting software allows you to blend all property-specific info with general business info to see your full financial picture.