Some lenders have fixed costs, but most will go through an Appraisal Management Company for bids.

Expenses: $1,225 (Mortgage, taxes, insurance property management)Rent: $2400Cash Flow: $1,175Overall I'm looking for a low barrier to entry, and will be screening prospective tenants myself so I'm not too worried about the area being not so great.

My intent is to learn from the experience of people in the group.

Here are 5 tips that I like to share with my new team members to help them succeed.Focus on Building Strong Relationships - It is vital for your success to build strong relationships with your clients, colleagues and managers.

@Russell BrazilAh yes, I forgot about forcing people into buyer agency.

I total get why I've heard over and over people getting hung up on the first investment LOL. 

It’s been my experience if you ask enough people enough questions someone will tell you how to get it done.

A lot of people like ListSource but it depends on what you're doing and there are a lot of alternatives, just search around.

Would love to hear from investment centric lenders as to what the best strategies are and what people are doing! 

And for investors, It's a balancing act between seizing opportunities and managing risk.