@Chris Martin  superb points.... many folks simply do not understand that banks have their Niche's just like investors do... what we think they should love they may have no interest in.relationships with the right bankers as you state are critical is you want to lower your cost of capital to the lowest possible carry cost. 

My STR is in a very very hot market, so having remote control of the thermostat is critical to keeping the electric bill reasonable.

I love the look of the buildings there, and do think that the location will be critical to future success down there. 

Future e-mobility and smart charging opportunities that will allow you access to data that can inform critical development, marketing, leasing and property management decisions.

Government oversight is critical and would have prevented most of the QI failures over the years.  

When we say  your communication is weak, we are referring to the critical crucial information that we never got to know proactively from AlabamaPM ..

Not being critical...just honest.

@Bob Willis Good point on two critical items.

The leverage piece of real estate is critical and since leverage can make you rich, it can also wipe you out in a fell swoop, which is why you have to have equity.Stick with it, find a better deal.

Aloha,Applicable Local, State, and Federal laws could arguably be most important of all to be aware of, to varying degrees, and in many cases, you need significant understanding of particular laws, depending on the specific RE path you are working.City and State LL/Tenant laws; Fair Credit Reporting Act; Regulation Z; Fair Housing; State/County/City Zoning and Land Use ordinances; Building Codes, Permits and Inspections; FEMA Flood Zones; EPA Regulations including for lead based paint, asbestos, waste water handling, grease traps, underground storage tanks, and septic systems; Life Safety Code NFPA 101; OSHA regulations (apply to all businesses and/or employers); Condo/HOA State laws and individual project Governing Documents; State Real Estate Licensing laws; State Administrative laws for RE and/or other businesses; State and local Tax laws; and likely a few more...For Rentals, the two most critical areas where mistakes are often made, and can be very costly, are the Tenant Application and Screening Process; and the Rental Preparation Process (from acquisition or vacancy, to an approved Tenant application).