By way of comparison, I see numerous properties in the Pueblo area that would probably cash-flow well right out of the gate, with numbers around 1.35% or so upon first glance.  

Much of it is universal, but some is U.S.A. specific - things are somewhat different in areas of finance, regulation and taxation.   

The website said it was updated for 2015 so I thought it would be compliant with all the new regulations.

When I tell potential clients that over 90% of my client base is made up of real estate investors that came from BP, they get excited because they know that means I'm working in the industry every single day, seeing a lot of different investing models, developing creative strategies to reduce tax liabilities, and staying current on regulations that may affect our precious tax loopholes.

Is there any regulations against this?  

Does anyone know the regulations for appraisals sticking to the house for 6 months?

I personally know guys who do this and nearly all travel related expenses are that of business, full wite off.Downside, maintaining more than one license, learning laws and regulations in more than one state.

This is regulated by Federal Law, not just Massachusetts law.

The SSN verification is a requirement of federal "Know Your Customer" regulations (my nickname for them).  

(I'm not sure what the regulations are in your county so you may need to check that out first).