I'll get a higher IRR with less headaches and risk by having 20 doors that pay $2000/m in a gateway market, but those details are rehashing old threads.Point being: I'm invested in our market because of the long term appreciation, which is largely a function of our public policy and desirability. 

Looks to be even more competitive with Zillow's iBuyer program just starting.There are a few "teams" that may be open to bringing you on board.

. :)The first thing I would do if I were starting out, would be to attend a public sale.

It sounds like there is significant difference in loan rates across the US.Try U S Bank A national lender just got a quote yesterday sub 4.5% National lender publicly traded company credit must be stellar!

Trusts create this anonymity by removing your name from public record.

A lot of very savy publically traded builders are putting their money in large multi year projects.     

Trusts create this anonymity by removing your name from public record.

What I’m seeking is a program that can put it all together automatically which I can manipulate.

I would make it a goal to walk out of that meeting knowing that you were pre-approved for an amount and also the type of loan programs available to you once you make a decision to acquire a property.

My question is: What is the best way to make a deal without having the relative list the house publicly?