Additionally, I'm reassured by those of you who suggest I can extract up to 80% equity as I'd read it was more likely to be 70%-75%, although that will likely differ based on property type.

Additionally, ask them how long they have been managing properties and what types of properties they've managed.  

However, I have a comfortable allocation of secured funds for investing and there other reasons I believe I'd qualify for other loan options.My question is, how do I see about getting additional pre-qualifications on identified properties/home values without lenders pulling my credit?

It seems I may have to get additional water back up coverage, not sure what to do ...

Additional BackgroundContractor says there is a lot of "unknowns" in the project.

Guidelines from Fannie Mae:-Calculation of Reserves for Multiple Financed PropertiesIf the borrower owns other financed properties (determined in accordance with B2-2-03, Multiple Financed Properties for the Same Borrower), additional reserves must be calculated and documented for financed properties other than the subject property and the borrower’s principal residence.

it seems like the partner with the mortgage is taking on additional risk and not allowing him/herself the opportunity to finance other deals in their name.

They recently passed a law called "Ban the Box " where employers are not allowed to ask job applicants about their criminal background .

 So on a deal like this I asked myself how good is the deal for the additional risk.

Due to the low price and timing, my full strategy is the following:Buy the property (all cash deal)After getting employment, Cash out refi this property to purchase 3-4 more properties.Cash Flow on the three to four new properties will be $350 per unit (total of $1,400-$1,750)Would like to get some feedback.