An experienced broker with lots of choices at the palm of their hand is probably the best bet.

@Alexandra Helms Just seem odd to me that US side isn't much of tourist area in winter than the other side.

That's the beautiful part, working with just 20-odd clients can be a shocking $ volume.

(Foundation, etc)4) Black mold, asbestos, lead paint, other other costly repairs. 5) It need significant cosmetic repairs where the purchase price just isn't worth it. 6) They may have an odd layout of the rooms. 7) Non-compliant septic.8) Trouble with permits or tenants9) Listing agent has a poor or incorrect listing.

We do want to settle in a little bit here while continuing to do our homework, but hope to get into something in the next 6-12 months.With the way interest rates are looking now and what little I see on public listings, I think a smaller multi-family that needs a little rehab would be the best bet. 

It does seem odd they would list a reference that they didn't speak to previously. 

DSCR Cashout is your best bet!

Best bet is to carefully analyze the zoning maps and regulations or just call the town and ask.

I'm willing to bet if rates trend down significantly than getting this property under contract would have had even more competition.

Your best bet is to keep liquid cash and avoid PMI.