A benefit of this method is that by grouping the activities, it allows you as the taxpayer to treat the activities as one when applying the 7 tests to determine material participation.

Here are some specifics:Purchase price: $955KSeller Finance offer: 20% ($190K)Reno cost: $90K Ideally we would like to do a Morby Method where we purchase the home via conventional mortgage or hard money lender and on the back end have the seller lend us the $190K with a second position lien on the property and a 5-year payback.

If yes, what are alternative methods to tap into its real estate equity after signing a multi-year lease with an operator? 

I've learned to push the limits while still being polite, and to find ways to make our needs match those of the seller.We set ourselves up for success in the competitive real estate market by learning how to negotiate, figuring out why sellers do what they do, and using good methods.

Who cares what method you use to track it.

I’m new to Real Estate Investing and I want to try this Sub-to method in my area of Elkton Maryland but I’m not sure on all the criteria to look for or how I would even go about my search.

You found a method of operation that works for you and you are successful at it.

A title company that has experience working with investors that wholesale or use the sub2 method.

That's a method of borrowing so you can borrow.

Securing the necessary funds for rehabbing a fixer-upper for your future primary residence can be done through several methods, each with its own advantages and considerations.