(MLS/Realtor.com is propogated to more than 30 other websites.)David KrulacBigger Pockets Podcast #82  

I have a rolodex of connections if you would like.Also you can use a combination of the websites belowrentometer.comzillow.com  (look for the ones with a lot of applications

However, in private financing it is customary for the borrower to foot those costs.You can find each institution's registered account and arm's-length mortgage guidelines, and fees on their respective websites.

Dennis' dad and I actually tripped over something similar back in Chandler.. we learned to tap into city planning websites and even call the permit offices directly to get a real sense of their backlogs.

I checked the city's website and the plots fall into their "Low Density Neighborhood" district.

I'm not sure if anyone knows anyone in Roanoke that would be willing to be the 2nd witness (we have one as he is visiting family) the bank and UPS said they cant use their employees to witness it. 

It is a very well established market with solid, steady revenue, and it is beautiful to visit.

I live in the US full-time and visit a couple times a year. 

They always have admin visit for a month at a time. 

Expect to pay a slightly higher rate and make a larger down payment than what you see on lender's websites with regard to their rates, points and LTVs.