Each bank has their unique appetite and products they offer.

Most investors have no understanding of how or why this unique housing niche works the way it does.

If you have a short timeline of ownership, I'd pass right now unless you got a smoking deal or had unique exit plan.

If you are exploring new markets or niches Kansas City is definitely worth looking into.

Not quite sure what niche I want to get involved in yet.

It's a unique model but one that is timely and profitable in most markets.

Scott The Book on Flipping Houses,The Book on Estimating ReHab Costshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookConsider checking out HUD homes for small multi's owner occupied gets first crack.You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.

Yes, that can be a red flag to a lender.Bond for Deed/Title is a different matter used in the state of LA, I've been under the impression that arrangement was unique to LA and you had a CFD in your state.

The bigger apartments go to hedge funds or seasoned investors, so this niche is overlooked. 

This is also our niche, i.e. buying substandard houses at low prices, full rehabs and healthy rents with minimal capex for a long time.