If you have a valid reason that is forcing you to move, then sure you can get the loan right away.Fannie/Freddie/FHA/VA and other secondary market makers don't like for you to get OO loans and then not stay in the property.

@Rick Turman  depending on the house staging is a nice touch and can be the difference maker

You need to get in front of sellers, makers offers and turn those offers into deals you can then turn into paydays.

However, to make real profit, I buy using Subject To and sell on Lease Option which I explain at https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/311/topics/1141313-subj...While it isn't "no money down" it is still reachable for people who are planners, who think ahead and who are committed to real estate investing. 

Would you recommend the deal makers membership or just the basic?

Existing monthly payment ~$1,950.00 - Deed in my nameMother has not been employed and has been a home maker for several decades.

Indoor dogs are a definite NO, especially big ones.

That is probably true @James Makers I just have to be more creative at where to look for deals.

Obviously take this with a grain of salt.What I've learned about recessions from those who have survived:- people lose their jobs and struggle to make rent/mortgage payments- people lose their homes due to inability to pay- lending constricts- buyers have a difficulty qualifying for loans or finding lending due to the constrictionSo what should we do....Sit on the sidelines and don't invest :)or....What I'm going to look for is the ability to buy properties that need rehab and the previous owner will sell to me on terms (seller carry, lease purchase, or lease option). 

In house property management is not a money maker.