Loan amount we are seeking is 425k-450k.

On most violations, they will give you 2-6 months to comply if you seek a variance.

They am have more knowledge into REI and would make it an easy transition into the larger multis that you seek in the future.

I'm seeking to learn as much as possible - but on the investing side of things this time. 

After all, it is always a good idea to seek professional advise if you are uncertain about any factors of investment property ownership, tenant laws, tax matters, etc.  

Night and day.I at least ask how many people, how many animals, does anyone smoke and how soon are you seeking something. 

You should by all means seek out and try more vendors of this type, but you should maybe also politely explain to the tenant that while you hear their feedback and are willing to make a good-faith effort to try new vendors, you can't be responsible for how other people behave, there are only so many great repair people out there, and you're also trying to make repairs in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Newark, New Jersey has become a popular location for investors seeking high returns in the Northern NJ Sub-Market of NYC.

After all, if the only thing that I have to assure repayment is to seek liquidation of the collateral, I'm going to be picky about what that is and where it's located.

Does anyone have advice on buying in a hot market?
Tucson and other areas of the country are very hot where multiple cash offers and selling prices are 98% of asking price. Do the rules of thumb still apply (70% rule...