Plus the industry is inundated with folks outsourcing their reports to India or automated completion systems, hence the heavy competition for the pittance of the ever-lowering pay.Also take into account that all BPOs aren't distressed, when portfolios of loans are sold they'll also order a BPO, along with sometimes refinance situations. 

Oil is also taking a massive hit, but the DFW isn't as dependent on that industry as much as Houston.

However, with the help being given to those who have lost their jobs and the fact that we’re looking at a quick recovery for the economy after we address the health problem, the housing industry should be fine in the long term."

Can someone who works in th lending industry help me out?

@Tim Johnson it is so good to hear positivity in the industry during such difficult times.

If you've been at your job or within the industry that long, no further questions are needed.

I explained it’s currently industry standard to request documentation.

You can supplement your current income with real estate related jobs/tasks so you learn more about the industry, which will be helpful when you look to borrow since you will be able to show that you have experience to a lender.

Any help would be amazing and if you feel you are an expert in the industry I would very much appreciate you chiming in. 

In Orange County, investors I know are mostly flipping properties around Orange/Tustin/Anaheim or investing in the industrial asset class.