I bet a lot of new investors would love to hear how you got #2 and what’s your plan for #3

I really see Columbus Ohio as an extremely safe bet for the next 10-20 years.

Your best bet is the highest money down conventional you can do.

Which then puts you at odds between a state which says it is not your primary residence and a federal government which says it is.  

That’s the best bet.

Are travel nurses who work odd hours going to feel safe in this area, since you say it's somewhat sketchy? 

How hard will it be to bet appropriate permits for the alterations (2 rooms and bathroom). 

Established developers with a history of successful projects are generally safer bets. 

That's odd especially because if you have no inspection contingency (rare and not usually recommended) then typically there wouldn't be an inspection at all in that scenario, unless there is an agreement that it’s for informational purposes only.Paying over ask and still having to waive inspection is rough.

Right now I would imagine you're best bet is a small balance Freddie or fannie loans depending on loan size and location.