With this strategy, we knew exactly how each house was operating and we could intervene or change leadership of the house if necessary to assure operations were going as we expected. 

Between the pedestrian bridge and The Pearl, this area is expected to have huge growth in the next 10 years!

In short, I’m trying to figure out if it’s worth pursuing an off-market seller financing deal versus getting a traditional loan and competing for the property on the open market.

We do not change fees or terms unless your appraisal happens to come in lower than the purchase price or the market rent comparables come in lower than expected.

Realistically you would expect the house to continue to appreciate during that time as well... even if at 3.33% appreciation - that is another $50,000 in appreciation you would make in the 3 years - give or take.  

You have some good advice here, but part of what you have to do, in addition to getting him out, is to figure out how you got yourself into this situation.

During the peak season you have to make your money when the slow season is so much less.I do have events where the prices are expected to be high due to supply and demand.I do see some of the dynamic pricing days as being rediculous and your going to miss out on the early bookers looking for a fair price.

Last time I did that, years ago, I got off the phone and figured it out myself. 

I felt I had a good head start since I was already a real estate agent and was very comfortable with finding comps and figuring out the ARV.

I personally don't know of their group but figured id link that article since i remember reading it and the name clicked.