Also, I believe the tax benefits are horrible compared to the states, but I'm not too sure.

There are certain areas that I believe will see higher appreciation over time.

@Samuel HudsonYou could consider being an owner occupant until it’s rent deregulated though you’d have to confirm how long you would need to do this as I believe the rules recently changed.You could look into turning into condos.

., I believe the heart of Jaron's comment is: in general, you will not find much better deals at auction.  

I believe you have to reserve a spot via Eventbrite, link is on there. 

I believe this is very common among funds and syndicators.

It is normally the real estate that attracts the nuisance tenants which leads some to resort to section 8 believing its a cure all which is the furthest from reality.  

This being said, I don't believe we'll be able to meet the income requirements to qualify for a conventional.This leads me to believe hard money or private lender is more the only option to get my foot in the door, use my business to make repairs at very good rates, build some equity then refi once the balloon is due. 

Quote from @Alexandra Helms: @Dziko ThundeHere is a video published by a local agent (though I believe he actually moved out of the area) a couple of years ago that you might find helpful - "https://youtu.be/LPNIl_vLkWc?

That's the step I'm on to confirm what I believe are the following key items:1.