I don't have a good list of questions to even ask 30 banks, to know exactly what I'm looking for, 2-3 years down the road.The search continues :)

@Caleb Heimsoth Definitely self educate but eventually you have to learn from experience.Here are some of my favorite resources:If you haven’t already listened to the podcasts I’d start there.PodcastsEpisode 108 - Grant Cardone...

Also, please do not speculate that prices will continue upward at this pace.

After doing research and educating myself on this method, I found the sellers are the hardest ones to find, not so much the buyers.

I am new to the REI industry but I have educated myself with as much as I can possibly to at least get me to my first deal.    

Should we continue to find another lender or does this seem reasonable?

Overall the market continues to to have 94-95% occupancy, although that is down percentage point or so from last year.  

The license might give you some access to data and the ability to make a commission that you otherwise would not have, but with that access and ability to earn comes increased liability because you're an educated and state licensed professional.

But the good news is you can “ know” and mitigate loss simply by being educated and understanding the The business .

I haven't spent a dime on RE education other than paying for meals as networking events are sometimes hosted at restaurants.