Quick question on those who have done seller financing:- Buying a 0.3 acre downtown fort lauderdale multi family, negotiated an around 1M price w lot of development rights, double lot. seller got it way back early 90s for pennies- got good credit 800+, w2 job etc put 40% down and mortgage bank offered 6.62% 30yr fixed (CF negative as this would make current rent roll not too much compared to the PITI)- property is in ok condition, needs 20-30k repairs which seller OKd, and all 3 tenants are month to month, pay bit under market but also ok- seller would like to do seller financing, interest only at 5.75%, 30yr amortization at 7yr balloon (CF would be positive) - id be paying some principal as well, just to grow some equity- buying this deal for the future development of the area (las olas, kushner broward crossing) so not really worried even if we overpay for it now, but never done creative finance as i always relied on a strong W2 job to get good loans but obv im used to 3% 30yr rates from covid times not this 6+ environment..Goal is to hold the property 3-5yrs, and then actually develop it or sell half the land / refinance, pull out HELOC if it appreciates.Questions:1) What does he know that i dont? 

Hi RickeyAs a first-time homebuyer, you have great opportunities in the condo market.

You picked a great community to join.. have you checked out local comps to gauge the market vibe yet?

The STR market here has become way more saturated and competitive especially in San Juan. 

Study the market.

There aren't any good wholesalers in the Cleveland market.

Raising money is all about marketing and sales (not real estate specific) so either hire marketing agency and read sales books, or hop on some LinkedIn courses on marketing and sales.Not sure the legal structure to use: talk to accountants and attorneys.Need deal flow: talk to brokers and go to a lot of networking events.Lending terms: start calling banks and loan brokers.From there, it is all risk mitigation. 

Are they at market rent, or locked into below-market rates?

Like any investment, due diligence on the market, asset, financing, and sponsor is critical, and working with an advisor to vet these options is worthwhile.I’ve recently helped several investors transition into 721 UpREITs as a gradual tax-deferred exit from direct ownership.

Any marketing should always be based on the information provided by sellers in a deal.