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I wouldn't advise self service, unless that's something you really intend to take the time to learn and there is a purpose to it.The biggest thing you can do as the buyer of the new loan is to make sure the old servicer and the new servicer are communicating and on schedule.

Long story short, if you are hesitant to purchase your first investment property by doing a-z your self for the first time, give RTR or other reputable Turnkey providers a chance.

I've always assumed that I'd have to invest in the Midwest or South to find decent cash flowing properties, but I recently found an investor/agent on this forum who has done amazing deals in Portland which completely changed my mindset.Now I'm excited to share that I'm under contract on a four-plex which is in a great area of Portland, where I'll be house hacking and self-managing!

What is the best strategy for getting a loan as a business or self-employed person?

A Solo 401k does not require a custodian at all and I think a self-trusteed variant would accomplish your goals.

Any tips on how to go about finding the cap rate in my area for a self storage complex?

Yes, it takes more time and management (self manage) but it’s definitely worth it.  

If you make an extra profit some months do you market extra with that or simply treat your self?

We've been self-managing for a decade and the time has come to pass the day to day management on to someone else.