I'm now realizing that in the state of South Carolina, the tax rate jumps 2% for rental properties to help fund public schools, a $600/mo cost that I didn't account for when using the calculators in the earlier stages.

However, it restricts corporate growth.Syndication, on the other hand, involves several investors funding larger deals.

It will depend on the amount of your downpayment/LTV at funding. 

You could put most of your funds in the stock market and access them when needed for a HML.

If you want to play a passive role, a real estate syndication or debt fund could be a great way to go.

So, by waiting until approximately February (time for everything to stabilize and to pull funds out), I can have an extra $110,000 of investable capital.Thoughts?

I'd be seeking someone to fund the down payment of the deal and I would be responsible for property management/bringing in funds for initial renovations for a profit/split.

I have met some private investors that are interested in helping me with the funding of my flip, but I haven't found any properties yet.

Even the funding alone is easier since you now have a cash flowing property that can help you fund your seed money faster. 

I'm scared to purchase a second home but we have the funds to do so Do it!