Owner Occupied loan is your best option, some states have specific loans with down payment assistance which have different names check into this for your state.   

I dont think there buying and renting is an option in this specific case, cash flow would be negative?

Depending on how specific your criteria are, pursuing off-market or direct-to-seller opportunities may be necessary to secure a deal that makes financial sense.Are you focusing on any particular submarkets within metro Atlanta?

Most sites don’t let me filter specifically for duplexes or triplexes — any workarounds?

Hi everyone,I work with Machine Learning and AI specifically within real estate.

I see and hear about a lot of people and agents on instagram that try to sell you a dream (specifically with Houston rentals) that aren't exactly factual. 

Our lease has a clause specifically for this;SUBLEASING: Tenants shall notassign this Agreement or sublet or grant any license to use the property or any part thereof without the prior written consent of Landlord.

If you can not find anyone specifically, you can try  https://mortgagematchup.com/ to find a local broker who may be able to assist!

Louisiana could make sense if you are tied into specific industries or markets.The more info someone provides the better response you get.

@Chris Clothier thanks for the mention:)@Nooruldeen B Aldulaimi Detroit has a lot of, "wild, wild west" about it because of the relatively low cost of entry and that we're finally gettig postive press about our renaissance.Unfortunately, it's attracted many bad people giving out their opinions as "facts":(We don't think it's professional to be negative about specific competitors, but DM us and we'll schedule a chat and discuss what questions to ask to protect yourself.Here's one as an appetizer - always hire your own inspector and have EVERY purchase inspected.