There are quite a number of things that can make utilizing an FHA loan more difficult such as more barriers during appraisal, appearance of low qualification/little cash, typically longer closing period, likely higher interest rate, and PMI cannot be dropped without a refinance if 3.5% down.That said, just chain 5% down conventional loans, and make sure your duplexes pay for themselves.  

It's the boring places that probably won't appreciate above the rate of inflation that will provide real month to month income. 

However, I'm assuming that my private investors won't agree to a POF unless they see the deal.Should I have a conversation with my private investors and ask how much they would be willing to lend?

My clients who invest in Section 8 housing do so in 'not quite' transitioned communities but that have low crime rates.

Too many to discuss here.Seriously, you need to have a conversation with the seller to find out the things you need to know.

I think new builds don't really work from an ROI standpoint, but if you can find properties that have easy ADU conversions then the value might be there.I'm in MA and we just made ADUs legal by right, so I'm looking into the best ways to add value using them.

Having the hard conversations are what define you as a landlord.

I recently had a conversation with a Russian-speaking realtor from Ohio and wanted to share some insights:Competition among investors is very strong.

Interest rates were what, near 3%, 5 years ago.

Conversational AI is being used by top investors for re-engagement of follow up leads and appointment setting.