Any suggests from your personal experience would be greatly appreciated!

And if you’re listing the house online, try platforms like LoopNet or local Facebook groups for real estate or community housing.Just make sure to do your homework and ask for references, check their track record, and make sure they’re following any local zoning or licensing rules.

I've know him personally for years, had the opportunity to consult with him on both sides of the business and have to say he's the real deal. 

If you've never done it and never looked at properties anywhere in person, how will you know what any of the numbers even mean? 

Yes, I'm a Property Manager in the greater Phoenix area.We are a mid-size property manager, large enough to have great tools and support but small enough to provide personal service.

@Raif Jochim I personally like having my primary paid off.

If you use the Heloc option and decide to rent it out, don't forget that property (or you) will have to cover both your primary and secondary position notes.I don't personally see Marin being a great mid term market.

I’ve read quite a few posts about foreign investor financing but most seem to deal with non-citizen investors without US credit or personal tax filings.

Unrelated persons ordinances are common. 

It is regulated and you need to learn the law before accepting any funds from another entity (person) in a syndication.