Most lenders will let you use up to 70% or sometimes even less.

Yes, that’s another credit union only asking for 10% down with no pmi.

NO, I want the "guaranteed it won't be more than.." number. 

So for example, a 761 credit score will be in the 760-779 credit category, then going down to 740-759 and so on.2.

We found that by more or less falling on our sword and saying, "Hey, we want you guys happy... tell us what you need from us" they were more than helpful and once we had contractors they liked on board the process went perfectly smoothly.I don't live near you so can't help with your locale... but hopefully some of it helps!

@John Lasheri agree with you, you'd be surprised at how many people listen to Grant Cardone though, and decide that they're going to go buy a 100 unit with 'OPM' as their first deal and quit their job.i think buying something of that size with a few partners is a perfectly good goal. 

A couple developers we work with skip LIHTC and the tax credits and go the route of impact funds to help alongside other debt and sometimes equity. 

Knowing you have someone to turn to for advice and validation can make navigating challenges feel less intimidating.5.

Do you have a good credit score?  

For the first 4 loans or so, lenders are going to be less aggressive (requiring more down) than if you have several under your belt.