This settlement essentially puts rebate broker business structures out of business altogether, since they have no ability to plan on getting X dollars and rebating Y dollars of it.  

We can definitely explore options for a mortgage on your $350k property to fund both your current renovation and the purchase of your next investment property.For the new property, we can also consider a separate mortgage to cover its purchase and rehab costs.Regarding the rural location, while it may limit leverage to around 65% of the property's price/value, we can work within these parameters.Given your equity position and experience, I'm confident we can structure a solution that meets your needs.

This would be better answered in a private setting with your tax professional to determine the best steps moving forward and structure.

Are there any ways to structure the purchase to where I can prove to future lenders that I’m not directly responsible for that debt payment?

Feels like I ought to find something in between in the right market - by that I mean a gem that doesn't need major structural repairs, and luck out on a contractor etc. 

That means the structure AND the land.

Wholesaling and Assignments: If you're in wholesaling, structuring the deal in a way that the end buyer covers most of the EMD could be another strategy.

If you need help structuring this, I can assist.Best,Drago

Expecting infinite returns is unrealistic→ equityis what drives long-term success.If you ever need assistance with financing or structuring deals to maximize equity, I’m here to help!

What types of funding structures have you found most effective for scaling your real estate portfolio?