. :) Hi, I am with Irish Jones, we specialize in Property Management, Investor focused agents, and investor focused construction services.  

This has just been my experience both as an REI and the owner of a bookkeeping firm that specializes in serving REIs.Hope that helps!

It offers a secure and transparent process for both buyers and sellers.NoteTrader Exchange: An online marketplace where you can list your note for potential buyers.LoanMLS: A marketplace for buying and selling mortgage loans and notes.FCI Exchange: Another platform where you can list and sell your notes to investors.Note Investing Forums and CommunitiesBiggerPockets: A popular real estate investing community where you can network with potential note buyers.LinkedIn Groups: Join groups focused on note investing and real estate to connect with potential buyers.National Note Group: An online community where you can connect with other note investors.Note Brokers and BuyersNote Brokers: Engage with reputable note brokers who have access to a network of note buyers.Local Real Estate Investor Groups: Attend meetings and network with local investors who might be interested in purchasing your note.Financial InstitutionsCredit Unions and Community Banks: These institutions may be interested in purchasing performing notes.Private Equity Firms: Some firms specialize in acquiring performing mortgage notes.I hope this give some direction regarding your situation.

There are also auctions and "special sale" properties that have a "Buyer's Premium Fee." 

Do I need to find one that specializes in what I am looking for...like self storage or warehouses or old building conversions? 

I have been in the DST space for 2 years, however my Firm has been specializing in DSTs since their inception, in the early 2000s.

Consider looking for lenders who specialize in BRRRR strategies, as they might offer more favorable terms.

the majority of our off market inventory is within 3 months of being completed and we provide special incentives like investor pricing, rate buy downs, and property management discounts.Feel free to contact me directly if you want to talk about strategy or markets in Florida Best of luck

Two - In my due diligence, it looks like the only real option to make this unit legal is a special permit and variance, therefore, causing me to update the whole building with sprinklers, fire alarm, and meeting stretch code (certainly not enough meat on the bone for this route).  

I'm right near you in Gilberts and specialize in working with investors and house hackers, I've worked with dozens (maybe hundreds) of BP members on their financing over the years.