The single, isolated incident was appropriately addressed by NRIA in early 2019, with no loss to the investor involved and additional compliance protocols established.

SEE if your HOA rules say any more than that, I bet they don't. 

@Shawn Foster Best bet: reach out to mortgage brokers in your area.

I'm involved with the Realty Investment Community of Houston and we help educate and offer networking for local investors.

I have always known that REI was something I wanted to be involved with and now the time has come for me to start making moves towards my goals.

My father has been involved in commercial real estate for about 40 years and has shared some of his knowledge with me. 

A contract binding parties to an illegal activity cannot be enforced. https://www.legalmatch.com/law-library/article/ill...However, you got a Realtor involved so it gets more complicated.  

Have you been involved?

I bet it's worth having a chat with Ceasar as the Bronx is his market. 

Your best bet is to make a couple friends in the lending world.