You'll need a contact who lives in Philadelphia for a rental license now to put down their contact info for the city.

I live in western washington. 

I guess I could do some work-arounds -- maybe reserve one unit in the first purchase for use as an AirBnb, and reserve my own time in it when needed - instead of claiming it as a primary.Are either of you (or anyone) familiar with a finance product/loan that will allow me to purchase under $150,000 (w/ strong credit) and do much of my own work and live-in a portion as a primary residence?  

Since they've lived there so long, I recommend giving them 60 days to move as a means of softening the blow.Third, don't negotiate or accept excuses.

Hello my name is Ernest KAKEU, I live in Midland.

We lived in a little apartment above the garage and rented out the main portion of the house. 

You really should never leverage the home you live in.

I live in Fl. where insurance is pretty costly but I am also investing in states where insurance seems less expensive.

Most people living in far north suburbs of DFW are not working downtown. 

Quote from @Kyle Barnhart: I live near Phoenix and looking to invest locally.