Currently we have it on the market but last night via Biggerpockets website I submitted a request for a loan and out of all the lenders Jason Ariazand Sr.

I’m brainstorming ideas on how I can market myself to potential mentors in the STR game in order to gain experience.

Like @Chris Seveney said, private lending is a great way to go as well.  

or3) If I convert the partnership interest into a private UPREIT, then I trigger tax if/when I sell the Shares in the REIT?

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. 

Marketing-Ready Design – Your rental should look as good on camera as it does in person.

John I rented a 4 plex i remodled in charleston as the flip market had slowed.. the tax's on it were substantially higher than an owner occ property.. could be the rates were different this was a 1.2 mil prop..

The property has remained 100% occupied throughout my ownership and is on track to continue receiving market rents from both tenants.

The property has remained 100% occupied throughout my ownership and is on track to continue receiving market rents from both tenants.

If the only MFH options you're finding are in areas you're not comfortable with, it might be worth focusing on a duplex in a better neighborhood.Saving up for a larger property later is a valid approach too, but keep in mind that real estate tends to appreciate over time, and waiting might make it harder to enter the market later.