One of the good things about DSCR Lenders is that the guidelines and programs are different and not cookie-cutter 100% equivalent like conventional lenders that all must mirror the GSEs, etc.Most DSCR Lenders will have similar rates and terms and generally similar processes - so generally what will make the "best" one is the best one for your needs - I would focus on any specialties or niches - like short term rentals, if you do multifamily or mixed use, BRRRR Method or focus in on a specific market - find someone who specializes and has a good track record in that niche or area

Since you're already a real estate agent, you have a great foundation to build on, especially with your market knowledge in Roseburg, Oregon.Here are a few tips to help you get started:Leverage Your Local Expertise: As a local agent, you're already familiar with the Roseburg market.

This includes how you furnish, what rate you rent it for, how you market and find your target customer.

The market can shift, and suddenly the price you thought you'd get might not be realistic anymore.

If I put the money in the stock market, and got a 10% return, well, after tax on the gains, that return is more like 7.5%.

I have my own rental units too and have not wondered outside my market... yet!

Yeah makes sense - the thing is they will pay market price for a lot of these my friend.

I own a half dozen residential rentals, but with high prices lately decided to move into commercial real estate for the first time, which seems to be a much more depressed market at the moment.  

You’re in an exciting and booming market there in the DFW metroplex as I'm sure you've noticed.

You don't need to have an agent (although that would be great, but it's not a good use of their time until you are pre-approved and ready) because there are Open Houses every weekend in every market.