Local credit unions or banks could provide funding that is more suited to your requirements and have a greater grasp of the community.Understand the local construction codes, zoning laws, and any other rules that can affect your ability to make improvements or rent out the property.Make sure your escape plan is well-defined.

Do they provide audit protection?

This strategy provides steady cash flow and potential property appreciation over time.Fix and Flip:Acquire distressed properties, renovate or "flip" them, and sell at a higher price.

If the seller provides access to management and you understand the risks (credit losses from slow/no pay tenants, major repairs on move-out, etc) tied to that high cap rate then go for it.  

Trying to figure out if this is natural settling or we should provide reinforcement to the beam to prevent further settling. 

Additionally, if there's a particular aspect of real estate you're eager to explore or learn more about, let me know, and I'll do my best to provide valuable insights.

Some require me as the investor to start the process with my own funds and others provide 20% up-front.

Provide detailed specifications and ask for itemised estimates.

You will not need to provide personal income like tax returns or paystubs as the underwriters look at cashflow of the property in place of that.

@Michelle MosesYes, no one needs an advisor and if a client doesn't get value from their current provider they should leave.