This is what I’m seeing in the market: Leaning on existing lender relationships is generally the path towards originations these days.

I agree with other responses here, and to piggyback on them it seems everyone plans to 'own forever' when they sign a 30 year lease or finance term, and then things change (job, relationship, life events, etc) and folks try to sell the property with 25-28 years left.Banks do not look at power bills when determining DTI, but they will look at a solar loan/lease. 

Consider building relationships with local brokers who specialize in multi-family units and may have off-market opportunities.

Definitely check in with your lawyer to make sure everything’s above board, but these steps should help you handle the situation while keeping the tenant relationship intact.Hope this helps!

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You're going to want to establish a relationship.

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These relationship oriented lenders will prove to be beneficial as you grow.

It's better to preserve a healthy relationship with the tenant than save a few bucks.

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