If you need help with anything feel free to reach out to me in a private message! 

@Tim Porsche- give me a shout when you're free.

I'm local in Grand Rapids as well so feel free to shoot me any questions you might have and I'll help you any way I can.

What documents do they require, what credit scores do they allow, how do they verify previous rental history, etc.?

My parents offered let me have a room at their house to keep my things and to stay at when I'm in town for free.

If you are not already working with a Qualified Intermediary on this, I'd be happy to give you a free consult to walk you through the details of your case. 

Feel free to DM me for my friends and family discount code.  

Not to mention the fact that you can get financing with 0% interest with a credit card if you were in a pinch.  

The builder will need to be approved by the Bank/Lender or the bank/lender can provide you an already approved builder they have used before in that County.Once the builder is approved the Bank/Lender will have a initial meeting and set up an agreed upon draw phase based on the work that will be completed in phases.Best thing to do is have a conversation with a seasoned Banker or Loan officer to start an application and set up step by step plan.Feel free to reach out if you have any questions I am always happy to help and talk REI.

Most of the time, you are better off selling the home and getting the proceeds tax free and using that to buy a rental.