From a lender standpoint I think the main areas of concern with auction properties boils down to access.

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?

Hi Dean - we had access to a DSCR product until a couple weeks ago - it's currently paused, per my conversation with one of the loan brokers I work with. 

Because I did not buy this on Biggerpockets, am I not able to access the bonus content.

We'll only do it if we can access the funds immediately. 

(for instance, this property has a backyard that could become parking; however, there is no way to access it unless the neighbors allowed us to use there driveway to get there).* Are there any other downsides I might not have considered with street-only parking?

With the limited access in Yardi, you won't be able to adjust account trees and create multiple customized financial statements. 

It’s crucial to work with an experienced broker who can access multiple carriers.

Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

Please advise.ThanksMel I'd recommend a local Independent Agency that has access to multiple markets including surplus lines