It seems most banks now are requiring a PG (which means using your EIN and SSN) for most lines).

A year in I completed a refi on 470k of the original loan.....between high balances and lots of inquires the best rate I could get was 8.75

I assume keeping the front door closed and locked at all times is common sense and doesn’t require to be spelled out.

Probably cash flow or break even often requires 30-40% down. 

The buyer's lender requires this so we are at a standstill and I am worried about losing the buyer and having a hard time after if this is not fixed.

The savings account does not require repairs, property taxes, insurance, evictions, etc

I have also found deals that require minimal work yet they are priced way below market or, with the minimal work that needs to be done, can be resold for much higher.Like I always say, you may not find a deal each and every time you are on the MLS, but with a "trained eye" one CAN find deals on the MLS

Standard requirements for such investments typically include good credit, relevant experience, and a 20% down payment.

We put together $29.7k to bid at an auction and won a single family home for $252k leaving a balance of $222.3k.

Hey Andrew, conventional loans offer lower interest rates but they require 20% down payment.