I also saw a lot of folks living in Uhauls and vans. 

I think partially because a lot of folks don’t even check it.If you’re interested in getting more off market deals I would suggest starting relationships with brokers that sell the types of properties you’re interested in.

The one unfair advantage that you have, as I see it, is that middle aged and older folks LOVE seeing a young person working really hard. 

We are woking to by the park back so that our residents can stay in their home and not have to worry about having to go to a retirement or old folks home.All of you that disagree go dig in someone else's pockets.

Both have great groups of folks who invest locally.  

[I think someone else provided an example of this case earlier]-Now provided you do qualify for purchasing a house (4 units or less), you will have no problem qualifying for a mortgage with a Schedule 1 bank as long as you provide the down payment (35% minimum of purchase price) and confirm proof of fund and the source of it- On the proof and source of funds, the banks would want to see an income enough to cover the mortgage payment and other expenses. and in some cases, they would want to make sure they know how you're going to cover your expenses (housing, heating, etc..) where you live.This is usually where it gets annoying for some folks but if you can satisfy this, you should be able to qualify for a mortgage just likely any Canadian tax resident, albeit you will pay a little more in terms of interest rate, etc.

I won't double or triple-down on what folks have said above.

Nowadays, people from all over the world vacation, work temporarily, move (with or without their business) and retire in the Costa del Sol.

Hey @Anthony Sigala many folks might be optimistic about this rule but the "rule" was created during a very specific and particular time in real estate as a way to help newer investors have a framework on how to approach rental properties without going in blind.

Again, treating folks with housing support funds with the same dignity and respect as everyone else, usually nets quality clients that listen and do their best to follow the rules.