I now want to use some equity for some medical needs not covered by insurance, pay off a very high-interest car loan, and fix up the house a bit.

I've read on some sites that an owner-occupied duplex would  be exempt from rent control restrictions.

If they are all out of the US, and nobody else in the US would be advertised to, then there is the little-known Reg S exemption which would allow this kind of fund-raise.Second, technically all foreign investors should be searched on the OFAC database.

His royal highness, Wiener, has endorsed the medical benefits of psychedelics, which studies indicate can improve general mental well-being and even alleviate depression in people battling cancer.

You could of course sell the duplex now (and exempt half the gains since you only lived in half of it, assuming both units are the same value), then sell the condo in 2 years and claim the exemption again.

The Tenant Protection Act (TPA) is it exempted and Could give Termination of Residential Tenancies Notices (60 days) with no issued?

Some great news for homeowners came last week after the Austin City Council voted to increase the Homestead Tax Exemption from 10% to 20%, the current maximum allowable per Texas law.

i think a primary residence if you have lived there for 2 of 5yr is exempt of capitol gaines.

If you are looking and investing for cashflow as @Cody L. try nearby areas with lower prices such as 3rd ward, Eado/East End, Fifth Ward near east river project, Medical center south(77051). 

No, you are thinking of the irs section 121 exemption for your primary residence.