Everything finally closed a few weeks ago but then we just got an offer accepted on a second investment property and are planning on going through the whole process again but now when I'm starting to reach out to lenders for quotes, I'm hearing that because of the whole new Freddie/Fannie rules, it's even tougher to get a refinance on an investment property, so does anyone know of any lenders who specialize in this type of deal who would be willing to work with our somewhat unique situation?

There's a lot of different unique ways.

I also have a unique skill set with social media. 

So do the updates and being it into this century, but keep the good old stuff that makes it unique.

There are ways one could try to be unique.

So too much to answer in a post.Things unique about Illinois homes- We've invested in the Midwest, Southeast & Southwest- I"m not sure there's anything unique about Illinois except we've purchased or facilitated purchasing many properties over 100 years old. 

Have not heard of the market - but definitely a unique approach.

So you might want to focus on growing area's or short term rentals with a unique feature if you want to compete close to Lisbon.

I got her on the phone and explained my unique situation.

This is a project I was planning to undergo after 3-5 years of ownership, and not right away but this is a unique opportunity.