But if I start contacting real estate agents about investment properties when I do not have the funds ready, what value do I provide to the real estate agent.

That expert should also be engaged to review any inspection report you obtain, to ID potential issues.PM us if you'd like the Neighborhood info.

I wanted to see if there are any lenders here that can provide their input.I recently bought a secondary home (2 months ago) in San Diego CA.

I am surprised they have been unable to provide an estimated timeline for an approval or denial.

I currently operate a mom and pop rental business in Reading with my wife where we provide an alternative to the slum lord business model that has existed in the Reading market.

Any suggestions, warnings, or references of service providers would be great!

We are in a window where idle capital is an opportunity cost, so seeking interest income until the rates change again makes sense.The best place to start will be with your checkbook IRA provider.  

Mind providing more clarity on the asset you are purchasing and the overall business plan with making it perform? 

I am eager to provide you with a comprehensive overview of the process involved in obtaining a Hard Money Loan (HML).

I'm not sure what other benefit you obtain from doing this.