I have about 50k for down and was planning to put 25% as suggested  by my mortgage broker to make e deal as smooth as possible.

Hope closing goes smoothly and you can find a tenant to fill it soon.

This is because they knew my houses would look great to the Buyer, would pass inspections and because they knew I didn't mind the NACA closing process.All-in-all, if you have a great house that has few issues, if you're willing to make repairs of issues that are found, if your house will appraise and if you find approved NACA Buyers, in my experience you can get top dollar for the house with a tremendously quick and smooth closing.But, I will reiterate:- NACA doesn't care about you as a seller. 

If vacancy is the issue couldn't a buyer(s) be prescreened to allow the smooth transfer between the current owner and a new tenant?

Looking at the HDLC map we would fall just outside the Garden District areas regulations, which would hopefully make the process go more smoothly. 

The first month is hopefully the rough month and then everything should smooth out.

We should break out the game over some smooth Jameson.

Robert, I concur with the group, buying a multi family and renting the other units is a fantastic way to not only cut down on your mortgage, but also to make a smooth transition into investing.  

All others said nope, it has to be primary.Yeah I was a little nervous dealing with the appraisal but over all the lender made this a very smooth process.

It doesnt always work out so smoothly but you get the picture!