Any attempt to expand or change this market would likely need to address these structural characteristics. 

I’m not sure how to judge all those characteristics you mentioned before but I’ve been feeling pretty confident about the mortgage agent and their work.

It's a nearby market with many of the same characteristics of the DSM market, but definitely bolstered by a strong state school economy.

A general credit line, on the other hand, could be secured by other assets or unsecured, and doesn't necessarily involve your home equity.HELOC Characteristics: - Uses your home as collateral - Usually has a lower interest rate than unsecured credit lines - Typically has a variable interest rate - Allows you to borrow up to a certain limit, repay, and borrow again during the draw period - Can be used for various purposes, including home improvements, debt consolidation, or as an emergency fund While it's possible to use a HELOC for RE investing or rehab projects, some lenders may be hesitant about this use.

It has been partially demolished and they are adding a host of unsightly industrial bldgs comparable to an Oil Refinery.  

I’m particularly interested in exploring international markets, given the unique characteristics of the home.

Here are the Fannie Mae guidelines for legally non-conforming properties:If the Property's characteristics are legally non-conforming, you must:ensure the Borrower executes the Modifications to Multifamily Loan and Security Agreement (Legal Non-Conforming Status) (Form 6275);confirm whether, if fully or partially destroyed, the Property's Improvements can be fully rebuilt to the pre-casualty condition per current laws, zoning requirements, and building codes; and if the Property’s Improvements cannot be fully rebuilt to the pre-casualty condition, evaluate if the as-rebuilt Property will support the Mortgage Loan at the current Tier, and document your analysis in the Transaction Approval Memo.To assess the Borrower's ability to rebuild Improvements on a non-conforming Property to a level that will support the Mortgage Loan at the current Tier, you should consider: conducting a threshold analysis to determine the resulting actual amortizing DSCR if the reconstructed Improvements cannot be rebuilt as-is per current law; the likelihood of a casualty event (e.g., wind, earthquake, fire, flood, mine subsidence, etc.); the percentage of damage to the Improvements at which the Property’s jurisdiction will require the Property be rebuilt to current zoning and land use requirements (i.e., the destruction threshold); which Property characteristics the destruction threshold percentage applies to, such as market value, assessed value, replacement cost, or unit count; for Properties with multiple buildings, if the destruction threshold percentage applies to each building, or all buildings as a whole; the replacement cost to rebuild per current requirements for zoning, and land use; the Property’s continued marketability, and economic viability; the amount and type of Borrower-maintained insurance coverage required per Part II, Chapter 5: Property and Liability Insurance, Section 501.02C: Ordinance or Law Insurance; insurance loss proceeds payout, compared to increased rebuilding costs, including from building code changes, Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, and the municipality's local zoning requirements (e.g., green compliance for new buildings, etc.); the sufficiency of estimated insurance proceeds from ordinance or law insurance and other coverages to repay the Mortgage Loan in the event of partial or full casualty, or condemnation; and for a Tier 3 or Tier 4 Mortgage Loan, if requiring execution of the Limited Payment Guaranty (Form 6020.LPG) would mitigate the risk of the as-rebuilt Property not supporting a Tier 2 Mortgage Loan.

You normally need 3 characteristics for there to be a successful partnership - Experience, Money, Time.Do either of you have experience investing in real estate?

It’s not characteristic of the types of homes that would sell quickly in this area.

The city’s economic growth, coupled with its affordability, often results in good rental yields and potential for property appreciation over time.Of course, every market has its unique characteristics, so it’s always good to do thorough research and consider partnering with local experts.