The price points do make it hard to cash flow even with the lower interest rate subject tos. 

Maybe being a limited partner with some of the really good syndicators out there is an option to this route. 

And talking with my leasing team, the properties that are moving quicker are on the lower end of the rental range $1450-1600.

., Smyrna, Decatur, Marietta), new construction or turnkey rentals for lower maintenance, or small multifamily properties for stability.

We have 2 San Antonio sub2 deals that are turn key homes and only require about $20-25k to close (assignment fee + closing costs).They're a great option!

Are there other creative options I haven’t considered?

So could start with some community banks in Cleveland since you are local.Residential loans for the most part are serviced by Fannie Freddy but commercial loans can be much more diverse with their products so having a few options has always helped me a ton. 

As you are living in the US and might this virtual LLC office work, it could be an interesting option. 

I have an option in a 35 acre parcel that I am flipping to one of the major regionals here and its part of a 700 lot project the off sites are about 25 million.

Explore insurance options as well!