thanks everyone for the replies, just getting back to this thread I will review in more detail.

This is the most thorough review and feedback I've seen!

My suggestion would be to select someone with the most forum posts or most reviews.

I'm Tom Pappas from Victoria TX, specializing in custom container homes.

Unused contingency funds, unless they were received directly from the borrower, must be used to reduce the outstanding balance of the renovation mortgage after all of the renovation work has been completed and the certification of completion has been obtained.The loan is not re-amortized.Draw Schedule:The HomeStyle program has a maximum 4 draw process.The initial draw can be up to 50% of the total project and can be for materials for the project.The final draw will be at least 10% of the total project as retainage and funds will be released upon receipt and approval of final inspection, Certificate of Completion from Appraiser, signed All Bills Paid Affidavits and Lien Waivers.Additional Draw Information:Ø Signed Draw Request by borrower and contractorØ Signed All Bills Paid AffidavitØ GMG review and approve the draw request and will release funds for disbursementØ A check will be issued in the name of the borrower and contractor and delivered to borrower via USPSØ An inspection of work to date will be performed at 50% completeFinal Draw Information:Ø Signed Draw RequestØ Final inspection/Completion Certificate will be required for release of final fundsØ A Title Update showing property free from lien or encumbranceØ General Contractor’s Lien Waiver AffidavitØ Affidavit of Completion GR will review and approve the draw request and will release a check in the name of the borrower and contractor.Change Orders and Cost Overruns:Changes to the initial plan are not permitted unless prior approval by Guaranteed Rate.

I get quicker responses, guidance, relationship building, more trust, and overall feel like their quality is a lot better in terms of inventory/customer service.

To expand, @Ben Whittington, Dennis Doss and Anthony Geraci’s firms can prepare a customized set of loan docs for you in any state. 

Here are some articles to review in the meantime:1. https://www.padsplit.com/host-resources/news/how-affordable-...2. https://www.padsplit.com/host-resources/news/why-padsplit-is...

You just ask to be added to their customer list and they'll come automatically when the snow hits.  

And NEVER put a property in an S Corp.It's like getting in the weeds and creating LLCs to start a business...just go get a customer to pay you money to do something and figure the rest out as you go.