Another possibility is ordering a second appraisal—sometimes values can vary between appraisers, and a fresh report might come in higher.

They are very different.Probate and succession vary by state, so contact a probate attorney in the state the property is in for further details. 

Finding a true 0% down loan is rare, but if your goal is to invest with minimal capital, a joint venture (JV) partnership might be your best option.In a JV structure, an equity partner can provide the funds in exchange for a larger share of the deal—often 70/30 or 80/20, though terms vary.

A lot of this will vary by state.I'm not super knowledgeable when it comes to trusts, so I cant really speak to that part. 

Regarding buy downs, rate benefits vary by loan term.

It varies greatly street-by-street if you pick a C-class neighborhood. 

While our stories vary slightly, a clear pattern emerged. 

Was it a NAR approved disclosure statement.I suspect the rules regarding the disclosure statement vary by jurisdiction. 

Hopefully your results will vary!

This will vary based on region but in general 2 – 5 points, 9% - 16% APR (meaning this is the annual rate so divide it by 12 to get the monthly interest amount), and documents fees can be from $600 – $1,900.