After I interview them it will be decided who will go to the next step which is  having them do thier  background and credit check. 

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Since you're into cash flow, you should definitely check out Cleveland OH.

On old paper applications the written permission applicants signed giving was usually to pull credit and background checks I think but with the Zillow process that is all taken care of before the application is submitted and you get those reports.

Reading so much about direct mail for customer contact and list building.

Hi - check out this article published on BP last year that addresses your exact question - and goes over all the refinance options and pros and cons of each for BRRRR!

I'm probably just overthinking all this. but thanks for the  sanity check here, what you're saying makes total sense!

Be prepared to potentially have zero income for many months.In addition, you will want to check the permits.  

Got a HELOC on my primary residence and put some additional cash into the investment to customize it.

Quote from @Cameron Iarrobino: A google search will typically point you in the right direction: https://masslandlords.net/laws/abandoned-property/I recommend reading several sources to cross-check.