A clear communication is crucial.

I also don't love that in a market where buyers are already having affordability issues, especially where i am (Orange County, CA) where most 30-somethings are already struggling to piece together a minimum down, they will likely be slapped with an additional cost in paying their own agent. even at 2%, on an entry level $1m home, that's an extra $20k most don't have.IMO, this just made our affordability situation worse. and i don't see it reducing home prices, i see it benefitting the seller to pocket that extra 3%-ish at a time of record equity building over the last few years. 

Networking is crucial, so consider joining local real estate investment groups, attending meetups, or participating in online forums like BiggerPockets.

Whether you get access through an agent or other means, it’s crucial for finding the best deals quickly.These tools offer a mix of free and paid features that can be tailored to your investing needs.

So in his mind you need to put high end finishes in a duplex versus basic finishes in a detached single family, but then this becomes an apples to oranges comparison.The only real way to know is to have plans drawn up and get actual bids based on those plans.  

Just keep in mind this is a typically one and done type of financing as it requires owner occupancy.Neighborhood quality is crucial and cannot be overstated.

A crucial point for property managers to understand: If you release the credit report to the landlord, or any other party, you just became a Credit Reporting Agency under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (federal law). 

Vetting and building relationships with local contractors is crucial.

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This approach shouldn't impact your DTI.This is why it's crucial to work with an investor-friendly real estate agent and lender.