I have never done this before so I'm looking for insight on questions/criteria/ideas when speaking to banks on their programs or anything related to this approach.

Estoppel Certificate - will become a critical component of deals moving forwardWas planning a buy and hold, then a BRRRR, will likely become a hybrid of sorts IF the deal closes Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

@Rushi Bhalani - I would love to see Biggerpockets set up a more formal mastermind program.

We have one rental in Jacksonville FL and are waiting on the Rental assistance program to kick in for our tenant who hasn't paid her rent in about 5 months.  

For my VA clients, I always call the listing agent to discuss the program and make sure they are educated.

Also has a really good api which I use for automatically programming door locks and stuff like that.  

Some programs will allow you to refinance based off purchase price + documented repairs but the sure fire way to get the maximum amount of cash out is to wait the full 6 months. 

I know some have training programs etc but is there a huge advantage working for CBRE or Marcus & Millichap vs a successful boutique focusing its effort on a specific prop type in only a few cities?

I found out who owns the certificate (a bank in Texas) and they want me to make an offer but as this is my first time, not sure what to offer.

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