Living on-site will have you being interrupted with door knocks on a regular basis.Now, if your PM is mediocre or worse, plan on doing a lot of learning or find a better one.   

The plan for that is either rent out my room or convert it to a sober living facility.

And this is an area where all levels of government can be helpful in providing the right incentives and programs.

Our area is not unique, this is a nationwide issue (opportunity) for accounting firms.In the end I think many would be well served to think of their CPA/EA as they do an attorney - while they can also help provide planning advice to better structure your tax life and save some money, a portion of the cost is just a cost of doing business - you are required to be compliant by the Feds / states / etc, and the CPA/EA is insurance to ensure you get it right and stay out of their way.

I’m also curious because I’m trying to plan out my purchase later this year, and exploring all options. 

I am very familiar with the NACA program. 

looking for the most user friendly app / platform

It requires more effort but can significantly accelerate your portfolio growth.Down Payment Assistance Programs: If upfront cash is a concern, look into down payment assistance programs.

As to taking advantage of novice investors, only a very small percent of people who buy ANY real estate investment program at any price ever start trying to put it into practice.

Asking is $200K, my relative (buyer) looking to put 20% down.He is pre-approved for the amount, lender has prepared both a conventional loan and a mass housing loan option for first time buyers.Would be purchasing as an owner occupied "primary residence", rates are decent under both options.Condo is currently rented, tenant lease expires the end of August - roughly 4 months.Lender says both loan programs require buyer to occupy the unit within 60 days, to qualify for first time buyer deals.Is there a way to get them to extend this to 120 days (4 months) until the tenant lease is up?