If you plan to do multifamily in the "Far" suburbs it can be harder to hit your cashflow targets VS city/near burbs simply because there is limited inventory. 

Maxmimum loan amounts for FHA are the same across the nation for the most part except for the high cost areas of the west, east coast, or specialty markets like Aspen, CO Los angeles, New York, NY, and others as they have higher limits for 1-4 unit FHA loans.

@Renee PohleStarting with a primary residence in Boston offers long-term stability, house hacking potential, and equity building, but may have high upfront costs and limited cash flow.

It's clear from your post, and the limited information you put in there, that you are out ahead of your skis here.

I know certain areas where I live are limiting those types of permits, etc.

Keep in mind the area surround Temple University has a zoning overlay that limits density beyond what the same zoning classifications allow in other areas of Philadelphia.

In my area the supply is always going to be limited.

It works anywhere within Seattle city limits. 

It discourages new landlords from entering the market and limits the ability of existing landlords to adjust rents to match rising maintenance and operational costs.

It’s crucial to stay disciplined here, as overspending on land can limit the funds available for construction and other expenses.Development Scale: I’d recommend avoiding developments in the range of 4-50 units unless you have a very specific reason.