My goal is to be completely financially independent by 30 and be able to travel and pursue my passions whenever I so choose.  

Just wanted to introduce myself as well as ask a few generalized questions, so here we go.As a network engineer by trade, I'm fed-up with the day-to-day 9-to-5 churn all while not truly enjoying the life in the process.I stumbled upon BP a few months ago while following comments in some FI (Financial Independence) blog posts such as Mr.

Most lenders will (really must) do an independent evaluation anyway and should be happy to share their opinion and often their spreadsheet.Do take heed if an experienced lender shows you why you have a lousy deal. 

Plus, going the buy-and-hold route provides the type of passive income that I'd like to generate in order to be financially independent by the time I'm 40 (7 years to make it there).This deal came via a reminder from @Sarah Lorenz about an expired listing in the area.

Since I didn't hire him independently, I don't feel comfortable with the assessment.

Contact an Independent agent who is familiar with Real Estate/Habitational/Construction risks and discuss it with them. 

Good independent firm.

(independent contractor hard to get approved father wants to pull the money out).

Has anyone tried out the independent broker program as advertised by Lee Arnold and Cogo Capital? 

If you aren't already, I'd check with an independent agent who has access to multiple companies.