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Even great tenants will sound loud in older buildings because the sound transmission is just poor.I’ve dealt with something similar in my office space before, and what actually helped was sound-dampening panels.

.- They charge me for getting estimates, even though PMs typically get them for free because of their volume.- They don’t get second estimates, so I can’t be sure their pricing is competitive.- They won’t visit the property to assess issues in person.- Refused to do rental showings despite written permission from my long-term existing tenant.

Quote from @Genesis Carrasco: Abel, really appreciate your insight especially coming from someone who has contributed so much to this community.I’m at the beginning of my journey as a loan officer, and honestly, I couldn’t imagine building any long term relationship without honesty at the center.

Your best options are usually local or regional banks (they love working with operators who already manage rentals), agency small-balance loans through Fannie/Freddie if the property is stabilized, or a bridge lender if the building needs work before you refinance.The easiest way to get real options fast is to talk with a commercial mortgage broker and a few local bank loan officers.

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Groups that move quickly on large land plays usually include experienced land developers, family offices, private equity real estate shops, or institutional-leaning partners who already have dry powder and a track record with entitlement risk.

So, I'm asking these for a reason...the same person who will answer those previous 3 questions will also answer your first question - your loan officer.  

if you go about the process correctly, you can break free without liability.  

The way these lenders work usually is that there is a Loan Officer out front who on boards you and they are your "rep" for the loan, then that loan officer has a processor who will gather what is needed from you to complete the loan file for the Underwriting team which is a totally separate department and then they do their thing and then when it comes out the loan is voted on by the committee who has final say for approval.