I assume you are referring to 3.5% and 5% down,Well the 96.5% LTV FHA Product is great, it typically offers more competitive rates than the 95% LTV Conventional product.However there are stricter requirements on the property for an FHA product.Speak with a broker who knows what they are doing and they will point you in the right direction.Neither of these products will qualify for 5+ Units however, stick to 1-4 units.

Pretty simple for me - are you or the property traditionally qualified or not.

Applicant understands that landlord may accept multiple applications for this rental unit and retains sole discretion to select the most qualified applicant.

I would buy as many seller finance deals via non qualified assumptions as possible. 

You should consult with a qualified professional before acting on any of the opinions shared in this post!!!

She might also qualify for the 121 exclusion 

If a buyer has the financial capability to handle possible temporary negative cash flow and ability to refinance in the unlikely event the note is accelerated, and the seller has the ability to do a background check on the buyer and reach an intelligent decision, then the benefits of a real property transaction without the expense, time and qualifying necessary to obtain new financing and perhaps the benefits of a lower interest rate can successfully accrue to the benefit of both parties to the transaction.If the buyer is an undercapitalized inexperienced recent “graduate” of a guru program and the seller is willing to sell to anyone, whether breathing or not, then the transaction has a high likely hood of ending in disaster.When both parties are knowledgeable and understand the risks of the transaction, nobody is “taking advantage” of anyone else.  

A Bank statement program would do wonders, 10% down minimum is industry standard, if you have a solid credit score,15% down will get you really good terms, however you still need to qualify DTI wise.Best of luck!

But something just did not add up with those guys ( and they were AZ based and slick as all get out) But to easy to approve me just send 10k for due diligence. only somewhat related but BiggerPockets really needs to acknowledge a new category of lender that falls in the Non-QM space (any mortgage thats not qualifying under the Agency QM rules - including DSCR lenders but also many established non-bank lenders that focus on pretty standard mortgage products that are part of the established Secondary Market and Finance Infastructure). 

Could we qualify for loan for septic and permits and just live in apt in garage until a much later date for manufactured home.Any thought suggestions or advise would be helpful.