You offered no solution to his roadblocks.

., with a diversified economy and a strong job market.Opportunities: Multifamily developments, long-term rental properties, and flipping projects.Houston:Reason: Known for its oil industry, Houston has diversified its economy into technology, healthcare, and manufacturing.Opportunities: Commercial and industrial real estate investments, as well as residential projects.San Antonio:Reason: It's experiencing continuous infrastructure growth and is more affordable compared to Austin and Dallas.Opportunities: Affordable housing and expanding development projects.In Florida:Orlando:Reason: Orlando’s tourism industry continues to drive growth, alongside its rising status as a tech and medical hub.Opportunities: Short-term rental properties, multifamily developments, and new residential construction.Tampa Bay:Reason: Tampa is experiencing a population boom and is considered one of the best places for job growth in Florida.Opportunities: Waterfront properties, new housing developments, and commercial real estate.Miami:Reason: As an international business hub, Miami is attractive to both investors and high-net-worth individuals looking for luxury real estate.Opportunities: High-end residential and commercial properties, luxury condos, and fix & flip projects.Sarasota:Reason: Known for its beaches and quality of life, Sarasota attracts retirees and families, boosting its real estate market.Opportunities: Residential developments, vacation rentals, and waterfront properties.

Any advice or solutions to get around the hard money dilemma would be greatly appreciated!

Or try the reverse - rehab a property to Class A standards in a Class D neighborhood and try to get a Class A or B tenant to rent it.Unfortunately, many newbie real estate investors are jumping into buying affordable Class C rentals - expecting Class A results.

Yes, I hate seeing the suffering but I am a professional solution profiter, I make $ off solving problems so MORE problems is a giant blue light special. 

@Kristjan Meitz would definitely target a 2-4 unit if possible.Challenge will be finding one at a price you can afford and that's in a decent area.Once she's accepted somewhere, check to see if the school has a placement assistance office.

I found a person willing to let me invest the small amount I could afford. 

Good luck Thanks bob you’ve explained how big your operation is and that’s wonderful and all but for us investors who have only a couple properties and can’t “give contractors as much work as they want” I’m looking for a solution.  

Memphis has a pretty affordable housing market and tends to offer solid rental yields, which might align well with your goals.

Talk through the options the owner has to solve the problem and give them agency to pick the solution they want.