It’s a cost, but it saves time and headaches.5.

Are the business on there trusted? 

Turbotax isn't going to educate you so unless you'd like to educate yourself and potentially make some costly pitfalls, then I'd outsource.

Borrowing $200K at 4-5% will cost you $8000 - $10,000 of interest each year. 

Quote from @Patricia Steiner: There are several lenders who offer low/no closing cost options for first time homebuyers.

How did you incorporate the funding fee PLUS the closing costs?

Working in a busy property management company, I'm often asked for advice on camera and alarm systems, and in rougher neighborhoods sometimes it can be a toss-up on whether to keep a property boarded-up between showings. 

My business partner has two STRs adjacent to ours that has several 1-bed units that rent very well during the week. 

. :) Wishing you the best in your business. 

Partnering up with family that has trust in our track record boosts confidence and allows for continued business.