I’d like to rent the house out to some of my friends and cultivate a high-end conscious community.I have a masters of architecture so I’d facilitate the integration of landscape and architecture in strategic phasing with a firm.

:lol: Now I just need an aircraft carrier where I can fly my "Mission Accomplished" banner...

Investors think creatively.There are many theories that can be delved into on why Fannie Mae doesnt allow you obtain borrowed funds or gift funds in the middle of the transaction but short to say its a rule if you'd like FNMA money you must abide by them or find a loan officer who is more strategic in their planning for you. 

Adjusting your price point strategically in a good rent areas is a way to get started.

I've had a ton of failed direct mail attempts and wasted lots of money so I am trying to be more strategic and get away from the "shotgun" approach.

The seller is well within their right not to respond, and very well may be doing so strategically.

Before you run out and buy that first or second rental property, it is important that investors use strategic financing for their rental properties and put a plan in place with a mortgage broker who understands rentals.

Look at JWC.com or google Linnemann (top property managers in the area) for an idea and then strategize position geographically.

It forced us to think strategically.

If you have construction experience, then you may find a strategic partner who has deals, but needs someone with that experience to maximize profits.