But we noticed that the deadline is February 11, so just wanted to ask if it's still possible or too late now.

My brother and I are both planning on moving out in the future possibly to different states and we discussed renting out the property in the future.

If you live in the greater Houston area and would like to chat I would love to talk to anyone as I’m trying to gain as much wisdom as possible early on. 

The entire city has an entitlement mentality and protections for tenants outweigh the incentive to invest there.

The perceived risk for possible return is worth it in that investor's eyes.A bit to Joshua's point, cap rates and interest rates are not really connected.  

Looking to buy a property in Gulf Shores, AL to turn into a STR
Wanted to see if anyone has had any luck on a property like this in Gulf Shores.
Thx

Anyone have thoughts or insight on possible bubble burst in PR or numbers on ADR vs Sale Price.thanks Scott

But at least with other real estate there at least the possibility of appreciation, the tax liens are fixed return once you buy the correct? 

Not sure about state laws for the insurance payout angle but if possible, you can always try and get a contract to purchase for much lower and close after seller receives insurance proceeds, then you can potentially have equity and a deal.But based on your existing numbers, taking it down as you stated would not be a good deal in my opinion and based solely off the info you have provided thus far.

Are you looking for lowest payment possible and maybe an interest only or variable rate (but that has higher risk).Once you define what it is you need, then you should start speaking with lenders and ask them what types of products they have for what it is you need.If it is a traditional lender and they are licensed through the nmls (google nmls consumer access to find them), then that means they have been vetted.Note that most lenders DO NOT keep their loans and they get sold, so age of company is usually not important, experience of originator would be more priority for me