It's not that the neighborhood is not great, it's just that it's on a cul-de-sac that is just outside the traditional student area.

Also should i buy my first home for my family first to take advantage of FHA loans and such incentives before obtaining a traditional loan?

If prices are rising you have no choice but to pay over comps.

Every segment of every profession and life has their knuckle heads, but its blatantly unfair to group an entire group because of what have been your poor choices! 

I am a Realtor who deals with traditional, luxury, and luxury auction real estate :) I truly love what I do and enjoy helping people in the process! 

I am a Realtor who deals with traditional, luxury, and luxury auction real estate :) I truly love what I do and enjoy helping people in the process! 

I'm concerned about the fact that it's not a traditional construction.

., an exit strategy of refinance is probably not plausible because the borrower is not creditworthy enough to receive a loan from a traditional lending institutionDo you have hard money loan tips or questions? 

Yes it seems the traditional investing approach works best for me, but as I grow I will navigate more comprehensive and creative investing strategies.   

I would like to hear some are money lending exoeriences,both good and bad. We are new to investing, researching hard before we do our first purchase(flip or rental hold). Appreciate any feedback.