The prevalence of lead-based paint can vary by region, with the Northeast being at greater risk, with many more historical buildings and older homes, compared to other places.All of our properties are in the Pacific Northwest and were built prior to 1978.

For loans, I'd suggest calling around to a bunch of the local community and regional banks, asking to speak to their commercial loan officer, and writing down each of their options. 

Second, research the heck out of the area and narrow it down to one region.

My husband told the regional manager that he could not leave in such short notice that if he wasn't allowed to live there that he needed at least a couple of months, then we would move out. she told him that she would ask corporate office and would let him know what they said.

I'm having the same problem and there are investors in these regions (still haven't stumbled upon their secret) but not being able to determine the arv is what is really holding me back.

And I am hoping to start creating a network of people that we can do business in the short and midterm.We are hoping the community can help us to understand better the area of Raleigh (not sure if that will expand to the RTP region) as far as the specific neighborhoods.

@Jose Castillo Replying to your post because I too would be interested in connecting specifically with Wholesalers in the Fall River region for off-market multi-family deals.

I work here as an IT Associate and travel a lot in the Permian Region due to my job.

A regional or local community bank is your best bet for finding a lender who will look past your DTI.

That is not the case in San Antonio and much of the southern region of the US.