While I am not familiar with the CT market, the lender should have a list of real estate agents which provide gap coverage.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

@Joseph MuleroTo boost your rent plan and make more money in the medium-length rent market, think about these steps: slowly add furniture to the new place while you stay in your current home, pick cheap furniture, use a credit card with good terms, look into loan options like personal loans or home equity credit lines, try out the market by listing the place with few furniture pieces, aim for easy-to-change furniture for flexibility, and talk to pros like real estate agents or home decorators.

We've been looking into acquiring suitable properties with our agent but the issue we're running into is the licensure specs (Maryland) contemplate owning/leasing the property before applying for a license (background - grandfather started the process 8yrs ago but deal fell through - given his professional status he was able to waive many of the licensing hurdles so not concerned about hiccups in the process). 

I’m an agent and investor in CT and would be happy to be a resource to you. 

Another commenter mentioned this, but there are definitely some questionable lenders out there and you're better off looking for a better lender on here or through other experienced investors.From there it's all about hitting deadlines and getting it sold, but I'm sure you knew that part already!

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Talk to a mortgage broker or real estate agent to see what works best for you.

You really need an agent to help you, hopefully your not overpaying from a turnkey company.

Since you are an experienced investor most lenders will go as much as 80% LTV.