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?

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.

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

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.

The ad said they will provide you with all the tools you need and you can start performing surgery Monday morning!  

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

I didnt provide clear enough guidance to my contractor on every last detail and the expectations of the finishing touches I needed.