There are programs to find solds so that would be a good idea but an agent can pull directly from the MLS.

He's an agent with RE/MAX, one of the largest franchises with a great training program and a lot of tools for their agents to use and build a successful business.

And don’t sleep on local banks or credit unions—they sometimes offer flexible portfolio loans that could work for a deal like this.Since your wife qualifies as a first-time homebuyer, check out any state-specific programs or HUD options for down payment assistance.

The statement that you will make back your “investment” in the mentorship program with your first “deal”.5.

If they were insured with Cal Safe they are both dramatically underinsured and a single neighborhood would deplete the programs' reserves. 

The 25% has to be your funds.Now, there are non conventional options that would be a bit more flexible but even most of those programs will require at least 20% down with no second mortgages filed on the property. 

If you are worried about transition from Canada to US you can use a DSCR loan program. 

Find one with flexible pricing options, no long term monthly commitments and affiliate referral program.

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If you own 25%+ of the business paying your w2, youre still self-employed.There are bank statement/1099 loan program as well, which is what you have been offered.