Signoffs will not be the local banker, but a senior banker and/or officer of the lending company.

I have  had a few instances with early 1900's homes where Citizens insurance was the only option. 

@Mike Lambert there are ways to finance properties in MX for US Citizens including STRs.

I always try to stay away from Citizens (the insurer of last resort) because if there is a hurricane or major catastrophe they are extremely hard to deal with.

I purchased a presale as a Mexican citizen this past summer. 25% down and the last part at the time of delivery.

I am looking for a tax professional familiar with both SD real estate tax needs as well as non-resident citizen requirements.

Yes, I got more than 500 connections, and one person I helped as a favor on their linkedin profile doubled their salary getting a new job moving up to a Senior Executive Position in a Bay Area Company.

I myself am looking to house hack after my senior year.

I am a 22 year old junior moving into my senior year of an engineering degree and I am looking to get started in the real estate realm.

I'm a senior citizen-my wife almost, and our current properties keep us from ever having to take jobs at Walmart!!