First Time Home buyer Question

[Joe Scheffold]

Hi all,

I am looking for some info on first time homebuyers programs. My target investment markets are about 2 to 3 hours away from where I live. My area is expensive and multifamilies are tough to find to househack. In the meantime, I have a couple potential deals in my target merkets that I would like to pursue. My question is, if I purchase a rental property purely as an investment and I don't live in it, could I still qualify for a first time homebuyers programs when I go to buy a house to live in?

Thanks in advance.