If you're planning to use an FHA loan or another owner-occupant loan, there are typically rules about tenant occupancy.

Why would an owner/listing agent make this stipulation?

Our default rate is very low-even with self-guided tours.   

Main questions should ask about the seller's:- Reasons/Motivations for wanting to sell- Desired timeline to close- Plan's after selling (relocation, reinvesting proceeds, 1031 exchange, etc)- Back-up plan in case they are unable to sell within the desired timeline- Reasons for not already selling to/with a investor or RealtorAdditional questions will depend on the type of seller lead i.e. pre-foreclosure, probate, fsbo, absentee owner, etc.Here is an example of a youtube search you can use to begin finding call recordings.There are 1,000s and you'll find that the best/most effective ones don't even sound like sales calls.

Many investors do this and don’t see issues, but it’s best to proceed carefully and know there’s some risk.You don’t necessarily have to inform the lender, but it's wise to consult a real estate attorney or CPA to guide the process and minimize risk.

For the past year, listening to podcasts, doing research, and debating when the right time to start this journey, we have decided to get over the fears and just focus on the analysis and dive right in.

Purchase price: $430,000 Cash invested: $46,618 Sale price: $589,000Fix and Flip in CB PP 430k Reno 46K Sold 589k ~ 3 Month TurnWhat made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Quote from @Gavin Wright: Hello fellow Investors,Hope you and your families are all doing well this Holiday Season.Does anyone have a Go-To attorney for contract  review in the greater Savannah GA. area?

Purchase price: $255,523 Cash invested: $24,000 How did you finance this deal?

Starting a hard money lending company makes sense to me since I have hundreds of contacts in this business that I've built relationships for years, as well as it aligns with my origination background.