What was ABNORMAL were the interest rates for the previous 10-15 years which were unusually low. 2.

The 10 acres are about 90% planted pine (the previous owner planted it).

We found an opportunity to purchase a huge SFR with two kitchens located next to a commercial zone which was previously used as a sober living facility.

I previously researched solutions for a similar sound problem where I could not open the walls, but I still have not solved the problem.

What documents do they require, what credit scores do they allow, how do they verify previous rental history, etc.?

There's a lot more but I thought I would share a few thoughts, in case you haven't had previous experiences investing with a lender.

Consider a market that you visit often, have family in, went to college at, spent time in the past.You will have a better sense of what the good / bad parts of town are compared to a city you never visited.Best of Luck!

The previous owner used it occasionally and rented it out to offset some costs.

I took two business law courses in college. 

I'd target areas near colleges or transit hubs for affordable properties, and I’d look into financing options like FHA loans or creative financing to make the most of my capital.