But there are some restrictions on getting that extra 10% off.

I’ve been in a great deal of them for work :) there may be a few extra square feet I could manipulate to squeeze something in on the first floor but the last time I checked my layout it wouldn’t work out with a first floor bath.

In short, you can not to my knowledge do these at 'the big firms' - you need to use a specialized provider.

With that knowledge, I would then focus on the different lending models that will fit your paths that you chose.

This is the best place to grow your knowledge in Real Estate.

  (2 years of tax returns business and 2 from personal, P&L statements down to the month, invoices, and since you have 3 extra units make sure you include the potential income you will have with tenants in the property.)

The extra cost is worth the immense time savings, and you'll get a more quality result.MANY other lessons learned, as this was my first deal.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

The value of the agent is their local knowledge and networking...NOT finding deals per say.

A good friend of mine generously shared her knowledge of the Phoenix metro area.

I'm also a big fan of renting to other military personnel due to the extra securities it brings with it should your tenants do you dirty.