My idea is to find another buyer who has cash i.e. their own funds, access to hedge funds etc I just don't know if I should list it on MLS or where to find this type of buyer quickly any ideas for a super quick sale this would be as is the title is already ran and I just did renovations on both properties?

Is there a way to find local developers based on zip codes on this forum?

This decision often comes down to a simple numbers game.

Turns out the guru wants me to pay him $$$ to be my "adviser", and get access to these "special" HELOC's banks that could do this.

This means your tenants' private-sector jobs will eventually end.

I was recently offered this, wanted to get feedback, questions, etc. 

This is both a legal and tax question. 

Holding properties in an LLC (or other legal entity) can offer valuable protection for your personal assets, so I understand why you went that route.

Im not really sure how to save this deal...

I am going to be the contrarian on this subject.. 1. the pre license course is valuable as it teach's the vocabulary of real estate and the basic laws of your state.. its dirt cheap and one of the better ways to build your foundation. 2.