There really isn't any external limit or law for the number of properties that banks can lend on for an individual but regulators keep pressure on them to minimize their risks so the banks end up setting internal limits.  

And if you go direct to the TK company you can potentially save some because they don't have a marketing fee they need to pay.Ask for Scope of work one of my clients that I fund acquisitions for takes EACH and every property to the studs.. and his TK product has all new. plumbing , electrical , hvac, windows, Kitchen is torn out and a brand new kitchen is put in with new cabinets and Slab granite with under mount sinks designer tile work...

Josh it's all expectations of your client.Are they under 1031 exchange pressures or the cash is sitting around?

We have offices in Seattle and Mount Vernon and only fund loans in Washington State. 

Just some slight background information on me, I did one year at Kent State University studying Finance and French but after the pressure of student loans breathed down my neck I couldn't justify the cost for no definite gain.

When the USDA decides an area has become non rural that causes a downward pressure on prices in some areas.Another example... 

I saw this as an opportunity to generate a little passive income for my dad and put to use the things that ive read about in a no pressure situation to see if real estate investing is a good fit for me.First, I started looking for Property Management Companies (PMCs) in the area that would take the job.

Put some pressure on him to complete the job. #3 Move on issues more quickly as they arise.  

If your rural PA I think you have one of the better areas to be in.. in our area .. lack of inventory and intense pressure leads to frustration.

(this is happening)-Cities caving in to pressure and responding by reducing zoning restrictions and taking other creative measures to produce affordable housing.