What it means is that more landlords will be breaking the law knowingly or unknowingly in most cases.In our jurisdiction because the regulations are so tenant friendly operating and protecting our business interests make it almost impossible not to bend the law to the limits.

Study up on the different zoning regulations/restrictions for each zone at: http://handbook.dcoz.dc.gov/That should help you better understand the MUs as well as identify which zones will allow 4 units.

Application and regulations http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/hic/

This is all so new to me, I am really unclear on the rules and regulations with down payments in Ontario, Canada.

I don't know what your exact plans are in terms of flipping or holding but Airbnb has treated me well here and I plan to keep expanding on that (most likely in the Downtown area) especially since Fresno is WAY under the radar of Airbnb regulations.   

Researching local regulations and advice on a house hacking idea I have.

Of course this includes Rules, Regulations and Enforcement up to the HOA.

With hard money lenders, you aren't dealing with federal regulations and international large-scale economic competition.  

Also you do have to go thru a licensed mortgage broker in order to stay in compliance with the mortgage license regulations, or get a mortgage license.I think it's a good area to be in but it is a job as you constantly have to look for borrowers.

Your insurance company is going to charge you accordingly, and you need to adhere to whatever local/state regulations there are regarding pools and pool safety, and picture/document everything.