While I can create something myself, I'm curious if there are any efficient tools available that might make sense for me to use. 

The HELOC would likely be more efficient for securing the acquisition as it would be considered 'cash.' 

Side note: Anybody else get some serious "fan girl/boy" energy when people like @Dave Meyer comment on these posts.

That's just asking for trouble.If you want to consider renting it, focus your energy on finding a good property manager, then follow their advice.Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

There are a lot of energy and resources that go into getting the snowball rolling, so that's what I invest in right now. 

Hi @Mark Mahoney,I'm in the process of buying a house in the NJ area and would like to know what is the average cost of utilities (water, energy, gas) for a 6-8 people sober house from your experience? 

I would disagree I've seen standardized definitions of the types of communities. but I do agree there is a place in the market. it's fast growing and undersupplied but I disagree on how much of a premium people place on it. it's still less efficient and lower rents per square foot from a development perspective I'd never do it myself. it's still a suburban market and we develop urban. here are a few articles I reference with some of our BTR entitlement clients:https://www.urban.org/sites/default/files/2023-06/What%20Is%...https://www.cbre.com/insights/reports/build-to-rent-overviewThe CBRE one does a good analysis of the styles and groupings if you care to read. 

I think you can't get this credit on an investment property but if it is your primary residence, can you apply the credit on the investment side of the duplex?Would that be something you can use 'twice' if that is the...

2) What protective measures should I consider as a buyer in a seller-financed deal to ensure the offer is as efficient as possible?

Instead of trying to structure a deal, spend more time and energy figuring out what's wrong with the property.