If they say "No" then ask them to support that with documentation to avoid a boiler plate response. 

Given that I utilized that $200K to buy over 18 units, the cashflow I received from those units far exceeded the interest on the HELOC.

You have received some great recommendations and if you are yet to decide on an Investor friendly to work with, you can send me a DM and see if we are a good fit.I do provide free mentorship and a lot of free resources and connections to anyone I work with especially beginners like you. 

I was asking with the assumption that I can at least manage the property myself, but based on the documentation they provided it seems like not if I don't have a broker license myself... 

, status of major building components (roof, HVAC, structural, electrical, plumbing), accounts receivable aging (are all tenants paying or is the $20,500 schedule rent?)

Yea, the guide is a living document that I've updated several times throughout the years.

If you see someone violating the rules, create a post with "@moderators" and we will receive a notification and respond.Again, welcome to BiggerPockets and happy investing!

BTW, it is illegal for a seller to receive any proceeds from the short sale,  however,  they may be qualified for relocation $$$ or other reimbursable expenses.   

I would just recommend renting their modem so you are always receiving the highest speed possible.   

What documents do they require, what credit scores do they allow, how do they verify previous rental history, etc.?