I'm not sure how the H1B or other work-type visas restrict personal property ownership in the US, but the #1 most incredible play in real estate investing in the US has to be "house hacking." 

6 months is very standard when using fannie/freddie loansyou can do less if you find a local lender who likes what you're doing, but it's not super common. there are exceptions like delayed finance but they come with some significant restrictions. 

Usually you would have to get something out of it to agree to do so, because at that time they are skeptical of you as the new owner, not knowing you they would be concerned about some terms and rules that are more restrictive then the previous one. 

Although I could move out and turn my 3 doors into 6 doors, zoning restrictions require getting permits after you hit a certain number of strangers renting out the same house.So, I think I will keep the same setup I currently have today.

Conventional is quicker and way less restrictions on inspection/appraisal.

Be aware of the STR laws and restrictions in the DFW area.

As the PPM puts so many restrictions on the investor.

If there are no restricting laws, you might consider house hacking a four Plex renting out to individuals in the other three units and also the individuals in the unit you are in.

A State Farm or Farmers agent are many times restricted to stay in their domiciled state by management. 

Rent control is thankfully restricted by state law.