Last advice: make sure to have good records an accurate / current data tape - not every loan is based on lender qualifications and LTV/LTC  - normally, the DSCR (debt service coverage ratio) carries a large weight in the overall risk profile.Much Luck!

I think you'll love their program.

The reias are a feel good environment where the uninitiated  are often taken advantage of  by unscrupulous gurus pitching their endorsed expensive  get rich programs in investment real estate.

Right after you close on a property you should get an insurance policy that protects you if there is a loss.  

Since this is about buying real estate, or finding real estate deals, I put it into this forum section.I'm been a software developer all my life, been programming since I was 10, founded a few tech companies and sold them before jumping into real estate.

Right after you close on a property get an insurance policy that will protect you if there is a loss.  

Plus everyone puts too much weight on the $/sf cost... because that doesn't include land development, paved parking lots, curbing, stormwater sewers, possible retention pond, civil engineer, architect, etc.  

Portland has an Early Assistance Program that will allow you to meet with a city planner to determine what options are available to you, I don't remember the cost, but I think it's in the $150.00 range.Hope this helps.

Those programs typically require that you live in the property for at least 1 year, which might not be the worst thing.Can you raise private money through friends and family?

I'm looking for a online program, but I don't want to get ripped off by some company that doesn't do a good job.