I would do treasuries rather than CDs for liquidity and the slightly better yield, however I believe I have to keep it in a bank.

I also think most markets won't see anywhere close 6% cap rates (for single family homes which is what I personally invest in).The questions you get to ask are then:Is the extra 4% worth the hassle of management and lack of liquidity.   

--Financing:I would like to do 20% down, or more if needed, but I would like to avoid 100% cash offers as it would likely be the majority of my liquid assets.Question: How does financing differ from the mainland?

I understand the rate is competitive on the assumable, but having $300k liquid, you might as well do a lower downpayment and Buy down the rate. 

They didn't extend loan maturities because they were looking out for borrowers--and the moment they feel the market is strong enough for them to liquidate the asset they will foreclose and/or force a sale to recover as much principal as they can. 

Hi Max, it all depends on how much liquid cash you have of course. 

It depends on the market and whether you'd like to hold onto more liquid cash to put toward the next deal. 

I really appreciate it If you can pay in cash and not deplete your liquid cash below your emergency savings bucket, I would go cash right now.

For further background, I’m looking to purchase a spot around 750K, but want to seller finance 100-200k of the price to reduce the need for a large down payment / keep myself liquid for renovation costs. 

My issue with that is I would have to liquidate before I would like to.