If you're in the LA area, it's definitely very common.

It is zoned single family but since the previous owner is using it as a rooming house a few things look different that I am worried about the appraiser not passing:Outside doors for each room with locks.The only common area is the kitchen, no dining room, living room, etc.The rooms consist of 5 bedrooms, 1 kitchen, and 2 bathrooms.Each room has a bed and a small drawer which I am thinking of diassembling before the appraiser comes.Would I have a problem with this?

The fear of renting while out of town is common, but it's easy to overcome, especially when you have friends and a handyman.

It seems like a common challenge, and any advice you can provide would be invaluable.Thank you in advance for your help!

He said that the insurance company gave him a discount because the materials are less susceptible to fire than common materials used like asphalt shingles and stucco.  

Hard money is pretty common.

Typically people think FHA because it's what's thought of as the least amount down which is commonly the goal when we all get started.

Some went through the process of signing the NDA, providing proof of funds, and having multiple conversations, only to end up ghosting me.I think what a lot of this comes down to is that many people start looking for a business before they’ve figured out for themselves what it is they really want, and what they can actually execute on.Here are a couple of the common misconceptions I encountered from buyers:🚫 You can close on multiple acquisitions within a year.Sure, it can be done.

@Brian Dolbeare This is a "it depends" question for sure, but in most cases street parking is pretty common here.

Or, what’s something you don’t hear discussed often that could help me avoid common pitfalls?