What hurdles to prepare for, etc

I have been helping her manage the contractors on the weekends, and going out to the properties to do some work as they were being prepared to sell. 

I'm as firm a believer in preparing for the worst as anyone.

Even within local lenders, you will find a wide variety of rates and appetites.Be prepared to discuss the deal, your experience, your exit strategy out of the loan, and the amount of cash you have available.

If you have to run to an attorney for every little question, prepare to spend big bucks.

I just burned a credit check needlessly without taking the time to listen and understand that this realtor was going to push this faster than I was prepared.

You can purchase a new title policy if you like, simply go see a title agent and they will prepare everything for you.

Be  prepared for potential renters to know about this, and ask you when you advertise the unit. 

Many of the advisors you will find on this site are better prepared, more focused on Real Estate and will actively work with you.I understand the comfort level of having someone local that you can drop in to see, but most of the time a phone conversation or an email is what really suits the bill.  

The key is focus during and preparation ahead of the exchange.3.