Virginia isn't as strict as California but I would like the process to go smooth.

The numbers still look pretty decent after making the necessary adjustments, and it appears we would be able to capture a good amount of equity if things work out smoothly (when does this happen?).

The reno went along smoothly and I spent a lot of time figuring out the design and exactly how I wanted it to look.

Many months not a single call and all is smooth.

Good communication and responsiveness with the LO also helps with a smooth transaction and preventing a void of the contract. 

My plan for the investment is going to be a 10-15 year hold as long as it is going smoothly.

Title search was smooth, closing was smoother and I picked up a check for $8,100 from the real estate attorney.

Did everything go smoothly with the financing portion? 

The more of the lenders work you do the better chance at getting a smooth refi (and you look professional and experienced when you include everything they are going to ask for anyway).  

They can really make your financing side of things go very smoothly and give you a piece of mind that you're getting the best available.Brokers don't offer this service for free, they get a % of the loan amount - typically 1-2 pts for perm financing and anywhere from 2-3 [sometimes 4 for time-pressured deals or very low-priced LTV's] for HML, Bridge, or Ground up Construction.Hope this helps!