I would pull a FHA loan for $665,000 and live in one side and rent the other side out to a family member for $2,000 a month.

I did 7 deals last year from out of state living in Austin Texas.

The answer is yes, but it is generally found when the owner is also living in at least one unit (aka "House Hacking").

Hey all,Just wanted to introduce myself - bought a duplex in Los Feliz over the summer with a few business partners and will be renovating the property while living there.

Apartment buildings, assisted living facilities, self storage, restaurants... 

Especially me as I do construction for a living. 

I could see a requirement, perhaps under the Patriot Act, that requires all landlords to get a SSN/TIN from everyone living in a unit and report that (or lack of) to the federal government.

I lived in Carlisle for 10 years or so.

@Marcus Stokescan you start with a live-in flip or house hack instead?

I have 1 partner who provides up to 75% of the down payment, however, my goal has always been to live below my means, save money, and invest the saved money as a downpayment.