That will be a requirement to buy as a primary unless you are getting a relocation done with your current employer or finding a new job, if not able to work remotely. 

What you've described is the sweet spot, where one spouse is able to meet the requirements as real estate professional and the other has a W-2 salary.

I posted DSCR lender's ownership seasoning requirements, which is 90 days.

I am still searching for the right deal to start, and require an estimation from the contractor.

If you ask the manager to justify a fee and he starts hemming and hawing, move on or require them to remove the fee.

To maximize the number of transactions you’re involved in you will need to:Be Top of Mind when they think about moving - which requires consistent reminders.Be seen as an Expert – which requires a consistent message and Evidence of Success storiesGain their Trust – which requires communicating integritySo, start out by listing everyone you know in an Excel spreadsheet.

Multifamily investing can be a lucrative venture but requires careful planning and understanding of the real estate market.

Be specific about the financial requirements, expected returns, timelines, and your strategy for fix-and-flip projects.

Making good deals happen requires thinking outside of the box.

@Tom Server there is no requirement but it is much easier to organize with separate accounts.