I'm a boston-based investor,  looking to buy a multi-family unit and plan to use my residence unit as a STR. 

Some of newer investors put the VA loan on a pedestal.

Something to consider for the average investor that is curious about DSCR, there are plenty of fine print items. 

Also, some concern on the $5.3 million in transaction cost to acquire the property approximately 9% of the deal, obviously there won't be any money set aside for renovations given that the property is only a few months old, so this is all frictional cost to the investor. 

Everyone is hoping for a Detroit turnaround, especially with the big money investors.

How to find an investor who'd offer me a deal in Tijuana?

I am not an attorney just my experienced investor's guess. 

I'm a newbie real estate investor and I'm in contract of buying my first rental property.

Lately, this seems to be a frequent topic, as certain gurus teach people to request 0% owner financing from sellers, and a number of investors brag about having done so.

I am an investor myself and purchased my rentals here, all hitting the 1% rule.