However, I find myself uncertain about how to structure such deals and whether I could successfully secure them.I was wondering if you could offer any recommendations for educational resources that might help me better understand and navigate the intricacies of creative finance and seller finance deals.

Maybe you can do it better than them?

I've been doing some studying on short sales but still working to understand it better.

Let's re-frame this to help better understand. 

Even better?

House hacking can be very rewarding, but at the same time - do your research on surrounding markets - maybe in the Oldsmar/Westchase area you may find something better out in those areas. 

What does he believe they do better than others?

I don't disappear when things get hard.Luckily, the investor/seller agreed that adding a fence and some other things would bring the property a better sale price.Not all agents are experienced, and not all investors need an agent.   

Better yet have them underwritten by a licensed 3rd party.

Thus, my main goal joining this forum is to try to gain confidence in the decision to get into real estate investment and better understand the risks that I may not be considering due to my lack of experience in the field.