I assume you mean proof of funds lender? 

A multifamily deal is a resilient, recession-proof gold mine because rents tend to increase regardless of economic circumstances, there will always be more people than places to live, PERIOD.

The are always multiple variables such as: are the gift funds involvedProperty typecondition of the propertyIs it ruralTitle seasoningReservesLTVWhat is the estimated DSCR ratioCitizenship status: Foreign National, ITIN, Citizen, Resident, permanent residenceDoes borrower have investor experience or notMortgage payment history called a VOM or proof of timely paymentsGift of equity or not100% gift funds or does borrower have at least 5% down payment and their own reserveshow many acres does the property have?

Understanding cap rates, net profit and economy (supply/demand housing, interest rates lowering increases demand, the real estate cycle, investing for cash flow vs appreciation) will all set him up for success.

Usually, lenders will require a down payment or proof of other assets to ensure you have a vested interest in the property's success.

Show people what the investment looks like over the life cycle otherwise people simply don't have enough information to go off of.

It's not fool-proof of course but after years of doing this that's my best recommendation on how to find the best of anything real estate investor related. 

I am very well insured and I have no problem with providing my management company with whatever proof of insurance they require.I am very pro-active about my insurance coverage on my sfh's and I am always watching out for any liability issues. 

Edmonton is a great market and currently at a great spot cycle wise.

We were able to overcome it by providing proof that we paid, and were completely responsible for the loan and had recorded documentation to prove it (letter to lender attached below -  (side note this was for a VA loan so we used an agreement for sale in this case).