I dont live in Tampa, that was just the only option to post.

We support a lot of VA investors with multi family acquisitions has to be a primary residence, (live in one and rent the others) and can utilize the income to qualify.

The problem is that I live in California (which is cost prohibitive for me currently to "buy local") and must rely on remote management that is local to the investment area. 

Proof of primary residence (either a mortgage statement, utility bill, or a lease showing you live somewhere else) 

Hi Gopi,These are some factors to consider:- Are you planning to invest or live?

I currently live in Maine, actively doing market research on Maine, New Hampshire, and Connecticut Time to take action!!!

They are holding funds so they can live in the float as long as possible, probably because they don't have the cash to pay up.

I'd advise you to either do a few deals in your local market- I don't know where you live, but yes, deals are possible there and people are investing.

Are you going to be living in the property?

To get into real estate investing at a young age with strong credit, think about plans like living in one part while renting the rest, making friends in the field, beginning with bite-sized properties, using savings and credit well, and eyeing areas that might grow.