How do investors always talk about having multiple different options for exit strategies when it seems like you really need to know what your strategy will be upfront even before you submit EMD to keep clear books, avoid commingling funds, tax purposes, etc?

Their rates might be slightly higher than others but it was worth it considering I did not have another option.  

Try to narrow down your options to the top 3-4.

Hello, I am a newer investor and interested in acquiring foreclosed properties, as I hear the banks typically like to sell them as fast as possible, not putting emphasis on maximizing sale price.

The high season highs aren't nearly as high, but the income is steady and reliable, and you also have more exit/pivot options. 

I would also look at the year option to see how that varies.

Typically, when rentals have been on the market for that long here in Columbus, it's because they're asking too much for rent. 

@Miranda LeMaster If your agent can not offer you a good commercial option, then you are working with a personal lines agent and you may want to think about making a change sooner than later.Ideally you want to have 2 separate insurance programs.  1 for your personal and 1 for you business/commercial exposures.  

Renting to a group home or adult care facility can be a viable option, but it comes with specific considerations.

What are my options as far as securing that second mortgage and what would you recommend, Conventional, FHA, Hard Money?