And while I agree that debt is often the cheapest form of capital, if you are looking at a project that involves some form of value-add business plan, you can always refi either when rates come down or you have increased the yield on the asset to exceed your interest rate.But like Stuart noted, for many groups, even the most seasoned syndicators, raising call cash for their deals is effectively impossible.  

You rarely will get both (at least not right now in this current market).If you want to explore different opportunities within various areas of the Valley, get a seasoned investor-friendly Realtor who is competent. 

Let's just say even seasoned syndicators are having a lot of trouble raising capital these days.Personally, I would focus on growing as a pilot and getting into mainline (if you aren't already there) and into the captain chair as quickly as possible. 

@Cole DobbsIn addition, I may be able to help you and connect you with some key real estate investor players in the Houston, Texas market since I am an Investor myself that have done most of these real estate investing strategies and also an investor-broker who has helped over 400 investors like you. 

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

The buyer finally reaches out to say that the bank is having a hard time seasoning a couple of the homes in their portfolio. 

Based on all those factors, your best chance would be to partner with a more seasoned investor to get loans.

Use tools like AirDNA to research how often properties are booked and consider seasonality so you can take full advantage of peak times.

There is an incredible amount of points to consider when weighing the options on something like this and honestly, I don't recommend it to very many people at all ....even seasoned tradesmen and investors.

1) I am wondering if it's doable to manage a condo/town house with tenants when I am out of state seasonal 9 months per year.