Banks are easy to work with, and maybe back in the stone ages they took two years (15'-16') but federal rules require them to be decisioned in 30 days now.

It seems like it could save the government money they only negatives I see is it could open up fair housing concerns and cost for the automation but could be outweighed with reduced calls. . 

COVID has wreaked havoc in everyone's lives and to help with the impact our government has placed programs to help homeowners get through this pandemic.

Do you know of any federal or state grants or Gov't backed loans?

Many people below the federal income threshold are getting a bonus unemployment of $600/week that expires at the end of July.We had a woman apply saying she was getting $750 per week of unemployment which appears to meet our income requirements. 

Rising costs and regulatory burdens at all levels of government depress apartment development and rehabilitation nationwide.

I would imagine your management company's agreement with you states something to the effect of, you agree to operate the property in accordance to local, state and federal laws.

The only risk with rental properties is if the government gets involved and starts controlling rents.

Venezuela gas is close to free (~$0.02 a gallon), it creates economic crisis not able to operate as an efficient government.

You could try working with a mortgage broker or, maybe the Navy Federal Credit Union might help you buy a home.But if you can't get a home loan from an institutional lender, you might want to look at some seller financing deals.