Good luck and let us know what you choose to do. - Ned

But I advise you to take take your time and re-search and choose your " guru " wisely.P.S.

Either way providing proof of funds to an agent is perfectly acceptable, whether you choose to jump through this hoop is up to you.Personally, i would only work with them if they are investor friendly and knowledgeable.

The tenant can choose to use it or not, but you may not want to lose it if it is nice and could be a selling feature for future tenants or buyers.

I prefer to use CAP rates based on if I were to purchase the property all cash which in this example would give you a CAP of a little over 3%. then if you choose to leverage so be it.

Choose the strategy that aligns with where you want to develop your expertise.

I only have time to choose one meeting and that has been the OKC REIA.

The particular brokerage you choose to hang your license with is really not as big of a deal as you may think.

That said, if you do want to rent to folks you know, choose people you know to be financially responsible and trustworthy.

I think the reason for bankruptcy or bad credit is important as well.But honestly, I would rather have a larger pool of tenants to choose from, so if I were in your position I would lower the rents slightly to attract a larger pool.