These are just Marketing ploys to try and get you to sign up for a program and the odds of being successful are pretty much zero.

Rich Ng That's good to know, I know people who have had issues in Salem with big differences between market and section 8.

I look every day for off market houses to flip.

This property has a ton of deferred maintenance but I'm purchasing it well below market value and I have a decent budget. 

All look in-line with typical market pricing.

I'm planning on buying a LTR at the moment, likely small multifamily. markets are hard too.

Hey Rosendo,After 20 years in the game, owning 32 properties and managing 300+, I’ve seen a range of markets and strategies.

In CA (my market) the seller is required to make honest disclosure statement and you can collect for material non-disclosure.I suspect you already have learned that you need to check the status of all permits. 

Create a Solid Investment PlanProperty Type & Location: Choose a property in a promising location.Market Research: Show the lender that the market is strong and that rental demand or appreciation is likely.ROI Estimates: Be clear about how you’ll make money from the property—whether through rental income or resale.Exit Strategy: Know how you plan to repay the loan, whether through selling, refinancing, or renting.4.

If you are going to manage multiple properties, having automated systems to handle tenant applications, tenant maintenance, marketing, billing, etc. will be crucial.