Once we fix our side up and move in the property should be worth $200k-$250k (it was very undervalued at time of purchase).

Providing this information upfront can help to ensure that the appraiser has all the necessary information to provide an accurate appraisal.Overall, by focusing on cost-effective upgrades and providing the appraiser with the information they need, you can increase the chances of achieving a favorable appraisal that will allow you to be front-end profitable on your rental property after refinancing.

Houses that need less than less than $30,000 worth work so not something that is not too old.I am trying to do the same model as Dr.

It might be worth a few dollars to get an opinion from a lawyer in your state, and even your county if it is particularly active. 

But he gave me a phone # which I traced back to Xplicit Home Loans and someone called Hughes Reid.I got suspicious when he said they did not need to do an appraisal and could close in a deal worth $2M in 4 days!

It is at least worth investigating to see if it is a better fit than FHA loan.good luck

Any thoughts on increasing rents for lease renewals?

Between 2004 and 2007, interest rates increased from 1% to about 5%.

We've done this so many times now, it's just part of the process and worth it in most cases.

Is this something worth pursuing?