it takes the same amount of work to do a 500K loan as it does a 50K loan. the loan balances are smaller so income is MUCH less, so the banks return on overhead and time is far less. it's a product banks provided to keep a big customer base, not a money maker.

As there any realtors, investors, or contractors that specialize in this field?

Agents in rural areas or doing commercial will probably find these tidbits helpful.In terms of what is VERY useful to all agents: pay special attention to contracts and how mortgages work.

You may also want to consider the rehab loans besides the 203k loan, its a great product but it can be a bit more complicated than other rehab options and in the hotter areas your offer with a 203k loan ay not look as attractive to a potential seller.

Others love them, the more the better and have special programs just for rental properties.Independent agents tend to have more commercial experience and more companies that issue commercial coverage.

What I can recommend is taking some floor plans and product from nearby neighborhoods or houses you like and backing out the estimate from that.  

Installing special equipment may not be worth it for smaller properties.Can you split a % based on number of tenants or unit size?

He specializes in turn key.

The rest is generic.It's nice as a rental but would require a special buyer as a primary residence.

Like real estate, it's a highly specialized field.