So the idea is, jump in and buy something, because rates might stay "up" longer, and your credit score might go down? 

Also, what hold times are expected on those investments?

Not sure your strategy here but just throwing some ideas your way.Check building permits to see what's happening in town.

I am a buy and hold investor looking to buy a small single family home that at most needs major cosmetic work done. 

You have no idea how this could set him off.Do you know how to get hold of his commanding officer? 

Looking for a zoning expert’s idea for this.

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

Our plan is to hold the house 5 years + until the market comes back, or possibly just holding it long term. 

I have recently started diving into the idea of house hacking to start my career in real estate so bear with me...I have no actually plan yet as I'm still learning but I'm gonna run down an idea I have in hopes to gain some knowledge. 

We’d like to assemble a real estate portfolio over the years, and would consider buying a rental property whilst living in our current home.I’m looking for any creative ideas or suggestions given our circumstances.