As your base level of knowledge grows, you will start to develop a clearer picture on the things you want to do, and where you skill sets lie, which can narrow down who you may want for partner.  

Some potential clients like to have a clearer picture of the property before booking a visit.

Good pictures, and good video walk through's are also a good thing to have so you can forward it to them and make sure they review prior to letting them do a physical tour.

My plans in Charelston SC that tend to be custom will take 60 to 90 days and cost 10k or so. but they still get check sheets to..

Also if someone wants to do something custom/unique, they may not be able to with the passive investment.

I also make it clear we will record inspections with pictures or video.I don't address hoarding specifically.

Do one task at a time in each app so you can compare apples to apples.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.

If they are able to remove the term it will be dependent on the loan underwriting requirements, not because they want to keep you as a banking customer.

This will give you a clear picture of your buying power and help you set realistic expectations.Your $50K is a great starting point, but you'll want to budget beyond just the purchase price.

That's great that the bank who currently holds the note wants you on 20 year or 15 year amortization, they view you as a captive customer, they don't have to earn your business any more, as far as they are concerned.