I'll bet you a dollar he doesn't have a license.

IE you have a trustworthy properly capitalized honest investor as the buyer and the seller also is of sound financial standing.any of these things get off kilter then its all bets off..

He is also flexible and open for suggestions.

That takes my time most nights, and weekends to receive/pack/ship those products but is super flexible with time.On top of that, I self manage 6 of my own rentals, the cash flow pays for my current mortgage and repairs so it makes living in my primary house free.Experience now:My wife and I have 6 rental homes locally, all rented, all cashflow.

I bet a lot of people would be attracted to the property just to stay with the "ghosts".  

Your best bet is to take a 12-36 month STEPDOWN prepayment penalty. 

As a hard money lender, I specialize in providing fast and flexible financing solutions tailored for investors like you, especially when you’re looking to move quickly on a promising deal.Whether you're interested in fix-and-flip projects, rental property acquisitions, or other investment opportunities, I can help you secure the funds you need without the lengthy approval processes typical of traditional loans.

Your best bet is to network at a local REIA and find a good private lender or other investors who will do a joint venture deal with you. 

They often have more flexible terms and can work with ARV instead of LTV.

Your best bet would be to bring in an equity partner