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

Renter: BBecause of the appraisal, my lender, seller agent, 2 appraisers are now in a heated email discussion.

Regarding the ones that require more money?

Even then there are some requirements. 

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. 

.- remember that you'll be paying all utilities if you rent by the room, so factor that into what you charge for rent, and consider using remotely-controlled nest thermostats so they can't jack the heat up beyond what any normal person would pay for (if you're in a cold area). the same could be said for a home with central air in a warmer climate.- consider baking into the rest biweekly housekeeping, so that you know that the property is being kept up with (prevents pest issues), and you won't have to deal with any quarrels over who's cleaning the common areas more than who.- always have the parents co-sign the lease.- make a manual for them. what would your own kids be calling you about when they first move out on their own?

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