A few law passed this year that adds immigration status as a protected class so you can not deny them solely based on their status. 

As others have mentioned, definitely taking advantage of your VA loan status will be ideal for getting your first property. 

Do you have real estate professional status?

Create columns for Name, Street Address, City, State, Zip and then contact info: Last Contact, Relationship, Status, Email & Phone.IMPORTANT: do NOT ask people for THEIR business, ask for referrals!

My favorite use of PS is to dig into a property's mortgage, MLS listing status, BK, divorce, liens (especially liens) and forclosure status. 

I don't qualify for REP status so I will be taking normal depreciation. 1.

Our situation has now changed, and we plan to move back to the home and use it as our primary residence again (which we will reestablish at least 2 year primary residency status). 

Many of these loans are not full doc and we don't look at personal income or employment status, so those factors don't really matter. 

I'd look for the current status of the property's inspections, such as the fire marshal, the health department, social services, etc. - as well as checking with the local municipality for any building or zoning infractions.

To ascertain the effect on your tax status, including any potential advantages and deductions, speak with a tax specialist.Consider how your condo purchase fits into your long-term real estate investment strategy.