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Wholesalers are not regulated by Real Estate Agency, therefore not required to abide by certain laws and disclosures.

High taxes, a declining population, and an environment that is less than friendly to businesses are important factors to consider.

Everyone will tell you it’s great to get started early, or you can just move after a year, but in the current environment in our region the rent your property will generate after you move out will likely be less than your mortgage, if you are tied to the area and feel confident you want to stay in whatever property you buy for 3-5 years go for it, if you want flexibility rent and throw that money into and index fund. 

All of this said, be sure to do your research on STR regulations first and find a STR friendly location.

It is a federal regulation but some states reach out and screw you.

What are the best methods to independently verify zoning and land use data to ensure compliance with local regulations?

Or like California a RE Broker like myself or Consumer finance license all which are regulated by the state .

As for Alexandria specifically in terms of regulations don't take advice from a public forum - look up the laws yourself and make sure you understand them.

Yeah, it is based on the state's regulators.