Hey Ian, since you're not an active agent I would connect with some local investor-friendly agents in your market.

For those of you who actively acquire land, what challenges have you faced in different markets?

The other factor that's relevant for me is that my husband is a high end W-2 wage earner and we could greatly benefit from the potential tax benefits of actively managing the property. 

Best bet is to try local and credit unions, possibly may have some programs for better rates.

.: HiRepairs were going to be paid for before closing, as the seller having some other time sensitive activities needing to be met, my agent and I decided to grant a seller credit to the buyer for these repairs.

Quote from @Noah Laker: I'm a real estate broker and my client is a high W2 earner, taking advantage of the "STR Loophole"His CPA told him that he can only do cost segregation on properties which are active STR's.My understanding was that, if he obtains REP status through any one of his properties, that he can take advantage of depreciation on any investment property, even if that one is not an STR.

Yeah, bet many didn't think of that aspect. 

Personally that is what I wanted, an active mentor. 

Your best bet would be creating it yourself in excel.

We’re actively seeking lenders who can fund multiple properties at once.Open to discussions on flexible financing strategies that have worked for others.I'd love to hear from fellow investors, lenders, and finance professionals—how have you navigated this challenge?