In the last 18 months various states have instituted new rules, regulations or laws related to (1) need for licensure to wholesale (2) restrictions on marketing of a property in which you do not have ownership and (3) disclosure requirements when dealing with a homeowner that makes it clear to the homeowner that the contact signed with the wholesaler is not a definitive “sales” contract, therefore making it less likely home owners will sign4.

For a few thousand dollars in rent, it is worth the call.If you don't get satisfaction there, credit card companies are regulated via The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

I'm not familiar with Canadian regulations but you should look into how you can get access to money if you don't have any.

Understand Chicago ZoningChicago’s zoning regulations vary by ward.

I will say the abatement if you do it right with a good contractor will be pricy since they have to abide by some different regulations on disposing of it. 

The insurer is not subject to the financial solvency regulation and enforcement that apply to California licensed insurers.3.

There is extra costs, more regulation, and more liability. 

Pick up the phone or stop by local code enforcement offices to make sure that you have a crystal clear understanding of local laws and regulations.

Owner occuppied loans regualted in every state .. must have state license and NMLS registration.NON owner occ loans on 1 to 4 units are regulated same way in about 15 statesin the other states they are unregulated.Keep in mind though investor loans do not follow the same rules as owner occ and rates can change charges can change closing dates can be blown through etc

But it’s crucial to double-check NYC’s rental regulations to make sure you’re in the clear.