The W/D is located in the bathrooms which will have a continuously operating exhaust fan (required in CA) so that should help regulate temp and humidity. 

Gatineau seems to have a lot of properties up for sale recently and I’m not sure why, I’d ask around about rental laws and regulations as I’m not to familiar.

He said it was miserable but at least he was in a position to ensure that the HOA didn't pass crazy regulations that would negatively impact his investments.My two cents, if it is a condo in a high appreciation area with excellent positive cash flow the reward may be worth the risk.

@Lucy Iburg - double check with the city on ADU regulations.

As you mention, condos can be tricky due to high HOA fees (in some cases) and also due to the condo association rules and regulations.

Looking for a licensed loan originator that is familiar with Oregon and federal regulations to process paperwork. 

A real estate investment company and maybe one other focusing on other highly regulated new emerging markets where technology is still in what I call convergence.

I'm sure there might be state-specific reasons as well, the way that property management is regulated likely differs a bit state-by-state.

Unlike long term rentals it appears that the STVR business requires active management in which it would be necessary to hire people to be in compliance with IRS retireMeet plan regulations.

Back in the day most areas in the us had little building regulations, code or code enforcement.