I am not quite sure what category I fit into since I’m not a completely foreign investor, but I also don’t have a W2 or current residency in the US.Curious if any Lenders here have advice on how to seek financing.

If it does vest, then the 2nd isn't currently $8k and the paperwork could further help your case.Other option is to completely ignore the equity in your residence and look for creative financing on the property you want to purchase. 

No takers but still great meal for my birthday. 

He has talked about some of the deals he and his partners have recently completed, and they sound like awesome opportunities. 

If you have any tips for a complete beginner, I’m all ears!

This is primarily why I plan to get a property in Old Town Alexandria whenever I can (THE HOMES HERE ARE EXPENSIVE) currently I do airbnb arbritage here and it does phenomenal, I read through your report which furthered my confidence in this area, and I'm excited to keep holding onto property here.

What class of property/neighborhood did you primarily invest in?

The beauty of this is that intermediaries who work with me know that I make “fair” offers based on VERIFIABLE facts, that I follow through with completed deals unless important information was with held or information provided was false, and that there’s absolutely no value in presenting deals to me where the seller/borrower/investor is unrealistic, naive, or otherwise wanting to “test” the market.  

This complete transformation has upgraded an outdated property into a contemporary and functional home in Columbus, Ohio.Renovation Details:Kitchen: The kitchen has been entirely renovated with new cabinetry, modern appliances, stylish countertops,

I truly appreciate it.I completely understand that the economics of owning a multifamily property (like a duplex or triplex) can be much more favorable than a single-family home.