In February I purchased a brand new 3 bed 3 bath duplex for 479k at 6.18%. 

These programs offer options for less money down and in some cases DPA - Down payment assistance.As a banker for over 18+ years I am very skeptical when I hear a new name in the business only because its become tougher to lend with all of the new laws and credit/insurance requirements and regulations.  

Most of the FN moniker is for folks with no nexus or residency/citizenship to the US.

How does this impact AZ Real Estate and other states that will get new residents from this disaster?

I assume a higher upfront cost as far as land purchase and the actual build but you would have a brand new house, instant equity and hopefully maintenance free for quite a while.

Quote from @Sherylyn Holden: I posted awhile back about the new short term rental rules in San Antonio here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/530/topics/1200417-new-...Wanted to share a brief update on my experience and some other helpful notes:The city is getting serious about these rules.

Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.

If you're using traditional financing on your primary residence, they're going to do another credit check on you just before closing.

I'm brand new to Bigger Pockets and just recently moved to Los Angeles County.

Los Angeles County continues to grapple with devastating wildfires that have claimed five lives, destroyed over 2,000 structures and forced the evacuation of at least 130,000 residents.