I'd actually be surprised if you can get a bank to finance an STR - most of them IME stay away from those, particularly if you're a newbie. 

I’m actually at my place right now doing some maintenance after a guest stayed for 2 months.

Hello, I’m mainly interested in single family and want to stay in my local area (Tucson Az) mostly because I’m here and I know this local market fairly well.

Numbers get inflated by international students who are not, on majority, buying homes or staying past their schooling.

Definitely agree with Kevin, a lot of insight in this one post, especially on staying practical and working fast to put a deal together. 

Staying on track with timelines was crucial to avoid unnecessary holding costs.

If you need to leave in less than a year, you need a really good reasonbecause Fannie/Freddie/FHA/VA and other secondary market makers don't like foryou to get owner occupied loans and then not stay in the property.

Always approach such claims with a critical eye.This education has potential, but like any tool, it only works if you put in the effort and stay vigilant against common pitfalls.

I think you can accomplish it, but you would want to check the inventory in the area for MTR because most MTR will want to stay privately.

.- Seal the crack only from above and hope it stays static.- Stabilize the foundation with helical piers on the exterior.