Important things to look for: if you want to STR (you will make more this way) then no rental restrictions, if you plan to MTR, 30 day min works, anything longer doesn't.

This article is a good primer: https://www.sageregroup.com/the-secret-formula-to-getting-ri...

Presentation and delivery is MORE important than content because that comes first.

For most, this isn't a realistic option so they update some of the most important regions themselves and copy the data from other providers where they don't have coverage.This is a big problem with these big consumer-grade real estate analytics platforms—you don't really know the source of that data, its frequency, etc.

If meeting them is important to you, absolutely try to make it happen before hiring.

Also the screening process is very important. 

Is cash flow the most important or is equity growth more important to you?

However, it’s important to ensure the area is safe.

Bob - I have five occupied padsplits under contract right now with Fernando Corona and have closed several with him this year.Normal DSCR brokers have issues getting this through underwriting - it's important to work with a broker / lender that fully understands how to get these to CTC.I'll PM you

The process can vary greatly so it's important to understand it and ensure it works for you.