I personally think they are “higher end” than anything stackable.

Conventional would allow you to add a fence or do yard work in your bid.I cannot lend to you personally in MA but happy to answer any general questions about the 203k or other Renovation loan programs!

Whether the seller was open to a buyer commission or not, I wouldn't put an additional cost into any personal purchase.  

Do you sell / buy real estate in Mexico personally? 

Don't be that person.  

I am not a huge fan of them personally as they are PE investors and have a very, very narrow view of the industry and how it should be approached. 

Another popular option is AgFirst but I personally have had a hard time getting responses from them.

I'm still in the learning phase and have read about a hundred different books on FI and personal finance.Looking for any resources that might help me on my way.

Personally, I would hang on to the cash.  

I’m not a former IRS person.