You may not be able to get a high LTV loan with hard money but the requirements to get financed will be less rigid. 

It does not mean you are required to have central heat and air it would be of the many of the other options such as... other heating with thermostat.

Investing in real estate requires careful planning and due diligence, but with the right approach, it can be highly rewarding venture.

Some states require landlords to accept Section 8, while others do not.There's also a process with the landlord passing an inspection, signing the contract, etc.I recommend you contact your housing office and ask them what the process involves and how long it will take. 

Each scenario requires different skill sets and partners. 

1) Get your contractor/electrician/plumber to see what you HAVE to do to remain within code requirements and meet those at a minimum.

That is not an accommodation that you can make - and Landlords are only required to make reasonable accommodations when possible. 

I assume these areas have strict zoning, permitting, and design codes, along with requiring state licensed contractors to perform electrical, plumbing, and HVAC which would increase costs.

Hi - typically Mixed Use properties are going to require a traditional commercial real estate loan from a bank, small balance commercial private lender or for the larger ones a CMBS style loan.However, a newer "DSCR Loan" product for Mixed Use is making a comeback - which is a really great option for smaller properties/more beginner investors since it has all the same trappings as a residential DSCR Loan (30-year fixed, easy qualification, straightforward process) for a property with commercial units.Generally going to be limited to 8 units max and has to be primarily residential in every way (majority residential by units, square footage and rents) but if it fits all that, its a great option

They're only required to repay you for health, safety, preservation of the property....fixing broken windows, roof leaks, locks, etc.#3.