In my area, most illegals live in trashed-out rentals with multi-generational family members or co-workers, so I doubt the housing market will be greatly impacted, at least not in my region.  

I'd like to understand @Devin James, from the domestic developer mind of things; If there stands a confusion, lack of comprehension on how to address housing compilation in a given region, city, MSA etc., why not look to Europe? 

I've called regional and asked around, for Colorado, they may have to take off all drywall to check the electrical was run correctly.

An example in my experience would be a local/regional foundation with a mission that is aligned directly or indirectly with Affordable Housing AND a longer-term investment horizon with less of a focus on the financial return and more on the "social" return for the community.

Just to mention a few:- Wynn Casino (First Casino in the GCC states) in Ras al Khaimah- Al Maktoum International Airport (set to become the worlds busiest airport)- Palm Jebel Ali (the second palm bigger and more luxurious)- Expo City (Regions largest exhibition center)Its a lot of information but I believe it gives a simple explanation to the complex market here.Let me know if you would like to know more about the market and if you would need guidance into exploring the possibilities here!

However, consider calling the VA’s regional loan center or speaking with a VA-approved lender who can interpret the rules in a more specific scenario tailored for you.

Given the relatively slow population growth in the Midwest, do you see potential for long-term appreciation in the region?

Most BP members in our region are familiar with the West Sacramento meetup, and there was one in Folsom meeting at Out of Bounds occasionally, but I haven't seen posts for that one lately.

The best and largest QI firms in America can have less than stellar regional or local representation.  

What states would you guys suggest, I was thinking around the greater lakes region, or maybe Texas