We rent to plenty of S8 applicants; I've always believed the standard of care they exude is as high if not higher than "market" applicants because they'll get kicked out of the program if they don't.

Id keep looking if it was not an approved short sale ( even an approved short sale takes a very very long time and theres no guarantee that you will even close on the house after months of waiting). q1)There are plenty of non traditional lenders that could offer you construction financing if the numbers make sense but it will cost you with points and a higher rate.

When you’re investing with leverage, I think it makes more sense to do it in a market that’s showing plenty of signs for growth.

PM's will have plenty of contractors to help streamline the process for you and limit your liability when dealing with contractors. 

If you don’t have a large down payment saved up, don’t worry—there are plenty of options available . . .”A trusted lender will go over the various loan types with you, any down payment requirements on those, and down payment assistance programs you may qualify for.

@Pranav PatelYes, 50k is plenty.

Memphis has plenty of opportunities.

Hi Andrew, glad to have you in the forums, there are plenty of good conversations happening on here especially for out of state long term renting.

You can Google it and find plenty of articles on it.

Political risks and plenty others in 25 years of selling real estate in Dallas area I have never sold one in the flood zone or probably anywhere near a flood zone.