And yet I would bet that any property that's not brand new or fairly new, will have some items that could fall into this category.

So starting with an agent probably won't work.Your best bet is to start networking, going to meetups, etc.  

US Bank is your best bet.

Jim, that seems odd that the HML's won't allow it to be in an LLC's name.

If one is a duplex and the other a single family home...I'd bet the single family home is the better one to sell. 

If the cosigner/guarantor owns real estate for example, any unpaid judgement will become a lien on that property and raise the odds significantly for eventually getting paid.If the cosigner/guarantor doesn't have assets like real estate to go after all they are offering you is a promise and last I checked you can't cash a promise!

If Newburgh sees valuation like Beacon did there still could be opportunity, however like I mentioned the people betting on this already did it years ago. 

But, I would not bet on a boom in rents or prices until 2026 at least. 

For hardwood, that will take much longer and I'd bet they'd walk on it or move heavy furniture before the top coat is cured and damage it.

@Luke Davis If you can qualify for a conventional loan that is probably going to be your best bet.