I of course don’t have time to research every single market in the US so I figured I’d ask here, I’m from El Paso Texas and I’m willing to move anywhere in the country to house hack but in the cities I’ve looked at I barely pass breaking even if I’m lucky.

Here's an explanation with a sample at the end:Your offer to purchase should include a requirement that the Seller provide all documentation and agree to sign an estoppel certificate (also called estoppel form or agreement).

Most foreign banks that operate in US also will have you go to that country of origin. 

He agree with me and the City holding the money, 'hostage' and he mentioned to call and talk to the building inspector and perhaps get a lawyer to send a letter to the City.Yesterday, the City building inspector called and said the same thing as the previous City representative, along with that the Form is for the tax payers not to pay for a demolition of a property.

The only way they would allow this was if I agreed to put a $3K deposit down on a dome.

You could probably even do it for a lot cheaper if you wanted.But I do agree with you the low end tenant is not the best for OOS and even more so for NEW OOS investors...

I agree…actually river ANYTHING is great lol

If you do find someone to give you a loan (secured or unsecured) think about the exit strategy, cash flow and time frame you agreed to.

They said I do not need me to live in the same state (or country) as them, they don't need an attorney, and they said because I gave them permission to do work via email that's all they need to place a lien on my property.

In this sense I agree with Barabara.