Otherwise, its not the end of the world to just declare the money and the investor is effectively gifting you the funds for the down payment.You could/should be able "get around" this with a commercial loan since they don't have to follow the regulations/stipulations of a conforming loan to my understanding.Good luck.

There are some statutory regulations as stated in ORS 86A, so you need to know what you are doing.

Landlords in every state are bound by certain rules and regulations and each state will have their own laws governing landlords and tenants.

If you leave your unit vacant there is a tax for that and rent control, the city gives you a percent you are allowed to use every year( CA has it's own state regulated number) and protected classes can not easily be evicted.

Regulation compliance may be a mess so it's possible you'll be starting over again with the local planning department.

I agree they damaged the disposal but read your local regulations on how they can handle a dispute so you aren't found wrong just for not following procedures.

I believe across the country each State's pre-licensure course teaches you about the terminology, laws, and regulations about brokering real estate. 

Since its not heavily regulated, it will be up to your lender.Also, your discussion thread calls out 5+ unit property. 

The private flood insurance policy we have (transferrable to the new owner) meets ALL the same guidelines as a FEMA policy -> "This policy meets the definition of private flood insurance contained in 42 USC 4012a(b)(7) and the corresponding regulation" The issue is that the underwriter reviewing the file does not agree that this policy is the same as a FEMA policy, and refuses to issue a clear to close...

What are local investors' thoughts on the adoption of rent control regulations in Philadelphia?