Assuming this is a clean file, with no exceptions required, most Underwriters take anywhere from 48-72 hours to review a loan and get CTC, or provide further conditions. 

From there, ask your spouse to review the document with you.

You can also search Google and read reviews.

I also hire one of the big national 20 CPA firms to review returns every 2-3 years. 

We have many hundreds of 5 star reviews (see the full set for yourself  https://www.trustpilot.com/review/nomadlease.com) that demonstrate this.Thanks for all the discussion and let me know if I can answer any questions!

I suspect these hosts are buying off bad reviews.

Yelp is a good source because it lets you read reviews of actual customers.

I have been learning how the process works and there are a lot of resources for how to interview a sponsor and review the deal, but how do you initially access the deals to review?

You can't meet with buyers or sellers to review contracts, answer questions, or even shake hands.Any intelligent buyer/seller will look for an agent with experience.

Here is my two cents: When hiring a contractor for substantial renovations, start by researching local licensed and insured contractors with solid reviews.