Their offering Turnkey section 8 rentals that they've purchased, rehabed, qualify for Section 8, get it leased, and then manage it for you.

Does anybody know if a bank will qualify a sponsor that has the net worth but does not have a schedule of real estate? 

You will get to prorate the gain betweens periods of "qualified use" (as your primary) and "non-qualified use" (as investment). 

Are these loans that I could get pre-qualified for?

I highly recommend a well-qualified REALTOR who works with investors and knows how to help you best.7.

All Contractors are subject to the lender’s determination that the contractors are qualified and experienced, have all appropriate credentials required by the state, are financially able to perform the duties necessary to complete the renovation work in a timely manner, and agree to indemnify the borrower for all property losses or damages caused by its employees or subcontractors.Multiple Specialized Contractors:Ø Since this is a limited repair/renovation program, no General Contractor is required.

@Mary Lopez I recommend most investors skip multifamily properties that don't qualify for agency (Fannie/Freddie) or HUD financing. 

For almost any kind of permanent rental/investment property financing (whether Conventional, DSCR, or local bank), you are going to need a decent credit score to qualify.

If its a log cabin it might have trouble qualifying for the refi - would be smart to get some opinions early if that is your gameplan - would likely be a bigger potential hurdle than the gift/original purchase process

Funds must come from OUTSIDE of Portugal (so you could not apply for a Portuguese loan and qualify for the golden visa).