For what you've (and will be) investing in obtaining and maintaining your license @Tyler Stone, you'd been better off using an already established Realtor since, as a Buyer, you don't pay commission- maybe you can share more as to what went into your decision to get licensed? 

I just completed my Delaware pre-licensing sales course to obtain my realtor's license as well, because I've always believed being licensed is a great advantage as an investor.

Hoping to obtain a property a year to set myself & family up for the long term.  

I think 20% is easily obtained with a decent credit score. 15% will be a little more difficult.

How difficult is it to obtain a second mortgage about 6 months after purchasing my first rental property?

@Brandon Sturgill that sounds like the secret sauce dripping from the T-bone steak.

I obtained my real estate license in early 2021 in Minnesota.

However as dictated, contractors are in high demand as well, so this can push back your times.One of the reasons to focus on high quality teams however is they typically have those relationships and cycles down to a t.

You will need to report your financials to them every year so make sure and your brothers have your sh*t together.  

Originally posted by @Drew T.