Look for lenders who have experience with FHA or conventional loans on 2–4 units and are familiar with layering in assistance programs.

There are options for $50k loan amounts, but unfortunately finding that sort of program that also allows foreign nationals is going to be tough.

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Hi Nana, you should have a bunch of options that have friendly rates and good programs for a five unit DSCR I would recommend talking with an experienced broker who can help compare rates and programs amongst a wide variety of lenders. 

I joined the program to build something together.

Assuming you have many months of reserves and don't need to sell for a period of time (at least 5-10 years), it could be a good program.

A lot of people don’t even realize programs like that exist.

The property owner signs a lease and begins collecting passive income.CompensationAgreements may offer either fixed monthly payments or a share of the revenue generated by the charging station.Properties Best Suited for EV ChargingCertain property types are particularly well-positioned to host EV chargers:Retail centers and malls – Allow customers to charge while shopping.Office buildings – Appeal to tenants and employees with EVs.Multifamily units – Increasingly sought after by renters.Industrial parks – Growing demand for fleet vehicle charging.Hotels – Overnight guests often plan their stays based on charging access.Added Value to Your PropertyEV charging can enhance more than just income:Improves tenant satisfactionIncreases lease renewal likelihoodContributes to environmental and sustainability goalsDifferentiates your property in a competitive marketFinancial IncentivesGovernment and utility-backed programs can significantly offset installation costs:Federal Tax Credit – Up to 30% of the project cost, capped at $100,000 per charging unitState and Utility Rebates – Vary by location, with some offering generous subsidiesThese programs are often accessible when working in partnership with charging providers or developers.What Charging Networks Look ForTo be considered for a partnership, a property generally needs to offer:Reliable electrical infrastructure (240V or higher)Accessible, visible off-street parkingSteady foot or vehicle trafficParking situations with longer dwell times (10+ minutes)Steps to Explore the OpportunityEvaluate Your SiteConsider tenant needs, traffic patterns, and parking layout.Reach Out to Charging ProvidersExplore options with companies seeking site partnerships.Review Lease Terms CarefullyLegal guidance is recommended to ensure the agreement aligns with your interests.Communicate With TenantsOnce installed, let tenants or occupants know about the new amenity.ConclusionElectric vehicle charging is not just a modern convenience—it’s a step toward the future of real estate.

The city is considered affordable mainly because it’s smaller, which is why they are offering an incentive program to move there.

I'm looking to get my first property and ran into the strategy of using shared equity down payment assistance programs.