On just the local level: Job growth and type of jobs, population growth and trends, government planning and development trends, crime, schools, current amount of new building and permits, rent affordability vs home affordability, vacancy rates, taxes.  

Of course not without an equity stake, however there must be some incentive from the government for lenders to provide home loans, correct? 

This is because the federal government is a "sovereign" and they are entitled to something called a "sovereign immunity."

Putting a face to the name will instantly increase your credibility to them.

The city will likely be the one to govern short term rental policy. 

No....but most state and local governments charge a transfer tax.

How do I know that other businesses are credible??  

How did the government come up with that value for my property?  

There’s a reason the government specifically calls out “ rent to own “ in the Dodd frank bill a “ predatory lending practice” Save yourself a huge headache and move along with someone else

Title says it all... this is in my personal residence but I’ve found BP to be a more credible source for answers than searching the web.After 2 or 3 showers the water gets cool/lukewarm, not freezing and will stay that way, can usually get away with a shower in the morning and one at night without problems but if it’s the kids in the tub and a shower that pretty much uses it up.Typical usage, nothing too long, any help?