Make sure you are complying with local and state laws since they vary by region. 

Well, Montgomery County might try that.DC Almost Halfway to Meeting 2025 Housing Production GoalsBlack homeownership in Wards 7 and 8 has been on the riseKeep up with issues specific to the region with @Russell Brazil and Jack Seidens' DC Real Estate Podcast and the latest sales trends with @Cassidy Burns ' DMV Weekly Market Update.

Because of those requirements I've found credit unions and regional banks as a very good alternative - they can be more flexible and offer competitive interest rates.

I don't do it personally, but if in the Metro Detroit region, I could send you a recommendation or two. 

There are regional banks that may be a good solution.

He has decades of knowledge for those regions.

If you have never built anything significant in a seismic region you should stay away from imagining costs for 2-story additions in earthquake country.

Hi Folks,I am planning to buy my first ever investment propertyI live in GTA, I can take mortgage upto 1 million, and have approx 250k liquid assets for 20% down and other expenses I am thinking to buy a single family, and build a legal basement for second unit for better cash flow/numbersArea of interest are KWC, London, Niagara Region, Mississauga/Brampton...I am flexible with location as long as I gets a better deal and numbers look reasonable.Questions / Concerns- As a first time investor, my plan to go for a single family and such an expensive property is fine?

My family and I love the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.

I’ve found many to be scams, especially the ridiculously low priced listings.   2) As you look for a home to live in, know what is most important (strong rental potential, high appreciation, etc.) to you and be ready to make some trade offs. 3) If you’re looking ITP (inside I-285), visit the Atlanta Regional Commission website and the Atlanta Beltline website to gain an understanding of planned development for various areas, ie Westside Park, Westside Trail, transportation, etc)Best of luck and enjoy the journey!!