However, there are (were) a number of new regulations and restrictions on short term rentals which dissuaded us from investing in the market. 

And regulations are never ending.

VA loans also have more regulations and inspections than conventional loans. 

There are many best practices and many aspects that can make a SFR a good house hack, but here are a couple thoughts:When researching various areas in the Atlanta area, you'll want to become familiar with local regulations regarding tenant laws.

I know that networking is a must in this profession, but with Covid regulation it's impossible to have meet ups.

I already spoke to the zoning officer, the nature of my business is allowed under the zoning regulation.

I’m currently reading the Environmental Control Committee Manual, other regulations, and by-laws and restrictions.

Things like where you build, County regulations, lot cost, type of house 1 or 2 story, etc. amongst a host of others will ultimately determine the price. 

You need to know the laws regulating your business. 3) Schedule a property inspection ASAP and tell the tenant when it is. 4) Have anyone who enters (you and inspector) wear a mask and gloves so COVID doesn’t become a defense. 5) Show up at the inspection time.

However, the first broker said that after 2008, they came out with the Dodd Frank Act which changed regulations to the way banks give mortgages.