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When I cross compare trusted provider prices over thumbtack, I get lot lower quotes. 

He presents himself as a hard money lender here on BP.I am trying to find any references on BP that have actually done business with him.I"m about to cross him off my list as a potential lender, but I thought I'd ask here before I give up.

I'm licensed in NJ considering crossing over.

That thought did cross my mind.

The thought of reducing the cost of flood insurance crossed my mind as I'm sure it did other coastal investors, with the recent hurricane.

Go back and verify that the Neutral and Hot are not crossed - - This WILL ruin equipment which has a three pronged cord and gets mated to a two prong outlet via a converter.Any hardware store can provide an outlet polarity tester ~$7-$8

Also if you search the platform for "cap rate" you will find a treasure trove of info.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2011/11/16/capitalization-rate-%e2%80%93-techniques-to-speed-up-your-decision-making-part-iii/

Like I said, I just wanted to create a platform for other people to voice their usual deal structure preferences, which you did.Thanks again Bryan I have a high regard for your input

Most of the investment property purchases that cross my desk these days aren't in Oakland/SF/Berkeley/SanJose proper, but in outlying communities.