It's indeed a great community for real estate investors at all levels of experience.

A lot of that knowledge is going to come from the real world experiences I gain with the existing property over the course of the next year.

Happy to exchange experiences

Does anyone have any experience with a good program and can recommend one?

Happy to share my OOS investing experiences with you and answer any questions you might have. 

Residential agents and firms, in my experience, are shy /embarrassed/hesitant to submit low offers and I didn't want to have to constantly justify this to my broker in charge.

You don't need to know everything to get started; you need a foundation to build on and the rest will come through experience and then refining your education.You can build a basic understanding of investing in 3-6 months.

That said, it is COMPLETELY different from the beachfront condo area in both guest characteristics and overall potential. 3) My personal opinion (based on years of on the ground experience in the area as a living breathing owner and manager) - 2b/2b have the lowest per sq ft income potential. 3b+ units do better as do STUDIOS!!! 

I've opted to go with the second lender as he has assured me my rate will be %3.75 at closing also with a cash out option.Anyone else experience mixed messaging as it relates to this fee?

In my experience sfh detached tenants stay longer than apt, condo, TH tenants.