It is safer to have a business model that inhibits failures and ensures success. 2) You will enjoy investing in real estate a lot more if you purchase 5 properties that are increasing in value at the same time vs. 1 property that generates a little cash flow..

This not only allows you to leverage off others experience, it's also a good way to ensure that you don't make $100,000 mistakes with other people's money. 

Whenever you are buying a property out of state you should do a few things to ensure it's as smooth as possible.Don't buy in the roughest neighborhood in the urban core.

The way brokers are paid is roughly the same as any bank pays its employee MLO except most brokers are able to select lower margins and sell lower rates/fees because they have lower overhead and less risk in their business model so it makes ensuring low origination costs easier. 

(Typing "Canada" out will help ensure that folks who know Canadian mortgages can offer input.

Whenever you are buying a property out of state you should do a few things to ensure it's as smooth as possible.Don't buy in the roughest neighborhood in the urban core.

Just ensure that the seller fully understands this contingency & that they agree without hesitancy.

I am currently seeking opportunity to become a broker/correspondent with a few lenders out there, while ensuring that I find the right fit and common goals.

Tell them you will conduct a final walkthrough to ensure there is no damage or deductions to that amount and as long as it is returned in the same state (excluding normal wear and tear) they will receive the full refund.

For those I'm on the fence about due to a credit score I've requested bank statements to ensure they can adequately cover the rent and are responsible with their income.