These programs very commonly involve restrictions and conditions on use, refinance, or resale of the property. 

Cash for keys is common, and frequently the part that keeps tenants from moving forward is not having an affordable place to go to.

Loopnet is commonly considered that place where deals go to die.  

I read some books and saw the late night advertisements about real estate investing, so I was very interested in this type of property.

I think development is getting more and more common since we're so undersupplied in housing. 

I've seen some of those advertised also. 

Yes it’s common to have an additional guarantor who has a balance sheet added as a credit enhancement.

To make the job flow easier, but also (mainly) to protect myself if a customer changed their mind later ( which was common).

Each bedroom shouldn't need to go through the common area to exit the building4.

OR, if you’re lucky enough to find a property in the new allowed student zone, make sure the zoning letter lists all advertised bedrooms.Johnson City doesn’t seem to have the same requirement.