Foe investors who like to purchase land, is every lender requiring it to be financed on a 15 year mortgage instead of a 30 year?

House hacking in Houston, especially near Rice University, can still be a smart move, but it requires careful planning.

The company made the news in April when Arbor foreclosed on four apartmentcomplexes in Houston worth $229m, after which Applesway mistakenly served mass eviction notices to residentsof the foreclosed propertiesIcer is a New York-based investment firm that stated to industry publication Bisnow that it was seeking greenerpastures out-of-state seeking to escape New York’s regulatory environment.

The ordinance requires 90 days or more to not fall within their short term rental ban.

Even then there are some requirements. 

Regarding the ones that require more money?

You will have to put a higher down payment in order for you to meet the LTARV requirement. 

In general they aren't/shouldn't be doing the money side of things because many states require licensing for that. 

I'm seeking guidance regarding my initial rental property, which requires significant repairs.

In other words, if you're not required to work 40+ hours for your job.