I was also lucky to get someone who I could pay to show a house or open up a unit for a handyman. 

I started off with house hacking a duplex in Malden a few years back and have been able to acquire 14 more units since then.

I personally don't know of their group but figured id link that article since i remember reading it and the name clicked. 

Do you plan on renting out your current house or house hacking it? 

@Tim Holt, Yes INDEED house hacking is the best option for most 1st time buyers.  

The part that I can see being the most beneficial to us, personally, is the "REI Hub" which is the accounting piece that you can opt to pay for as part of your monthly subscription.

I currently own 3 houses (2 rentals) (1 primary).  

For most people a house hack is a great start. 

I always am amazed when someone selling a $600,000 house brings me a listing agreement where they agreed to pay a stranger $30,000 to list their house for sale and they didn't even read the agreement much less spend the $250 to have a lawyer tell them that yes, if they sell it to their cousin during the listing period they still have to pay the $30k.

I can't say when that will be but 4.125 is quite a lot depending on the rate you get.I personally want a hassle free funding experience and the lower rate.