Brian Hoyt - I did a ton of research as well, and you're absolutely correct.

You are also correct,the more they spread the homes into the hands of smaller investors, the more it will mitigate mass movements in the market as each will have their own "plan".What is interesting in reading FHFA findings is that they are pushing for public/private money partnerships, no doubt making Uncle Sam the partial landlord in some grand socialist move.Though Carrington/OakTree just announced $415MM raised & dedicated toward the program.

Hey,First of all, I am not sure if this is posted in the correct forum.

Of course, provided she fills out the correct paperwork.

I say again, the appraiser is probably correct.

However I have seen information online which says that you can now have 10 investment property loans under one name, so I am not sure what is the correct information here.

Also, if I understand correctly, if I buy an existing 3 or 4 unit and if I make substantial renovations, I could be needing to add a sprinkler and alarm system.

You have helped me see several course-corrections and areas to do further research already.

Jeff, Charging them for the carpet cleaning, paint, etc is common practice and taken out of their deposit if your lease is written correctly.

I think the more information you can present the first time you talk to a potential investor, the more credibility you will have and you increase your odds of closing the deal.I agree with J, flip it yourself, it sounds like a quick turn if your numbers are correct.