My plan is to possibly use it before the spring on a down payment, but then quickly pay it off (I'll have enough for 20% DP in spring but am trying to beat the buyer rush for that time of year).

Quote from @Juliet Silver: It may be an investment, the buyer is working on a variety of scenarios now.

I’m looking to connect with:Partners who can bring resources or experience to the table while I handle the heavy lifting of deal-finding, analysis, and management.Investors interested in deals with clear strategies and long-term potential.While I’d prefer to build a portfolio for the long haul, I understand the market always has buyers.

Then as people move out do the exact same thing to those units.You can get in with an FHA loan at 3.5% or a first time home buyer program. 

My friend and her husband disagreed and let the buyers know and that it was still covered by warranty.

Quote from @Max Ferguson: I'd be interested in hearing about it, but I can almost guarantee if you aren't extremely well versed in the local market you will not find an end buyer.

You never know what buyer is out there looking for a house just like yours for whatever reason at whatever cost. 

@Frank Alfano Avatar is your ideal prospective client.

Although finding cash-flowing properties within Austin city limits can be challenging, the outskirts, where growth is booming, offer excellent prospects for both equity and cash flow.

I would add that you should definitely checkout some local real estate meetups as that's the best way to quickly build a buyer's list.