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You can definitely do this via a title company to record a mortgage on title 

Also, does/can this work with only raising part of the money via private money and the rest via a DSCR loan?  

I also mentioned that if he would rather we ask all our  questions via email, than speak on the phone, to let us know his preferred mode of communication.

You turn the equity into cash via cash-out refinancing, or via selling a property.

Couple options that might be viable for you (I don't know all of your circumstances)- BRRRR into a DSCR by creating equity; partner closely with a lender before starting on this to cover seasoning and other requirements - also this will only work for an investment property, not a primary- bank statement loan/1099 loan may work if you can put at least 10% down and want a primary residence - will depend on how you're operating and a few other variables- seller financing; find a seller willing to carry a note for a few years- co-borrower; someone with decent income and credit who will be on the loan with you- DSCR purchase; be prepared to put down at least 75% or your rate/pricing will be horrible (70% is better); many lenders will have experience requirements; investment property only- find a private lender willing to fund the loan you need- get a salaried job relevant to your college coursework; your fico is strong and you have some cash, so househacking could be within reach via Fannie/Freddie multifamily purchase; get a solid workup from a competent lender before going this route as employment history will be touchy with this routeHard money can be used for an acquisition and rehab, but make sure your takeout financing plan is bulletproof before getting hard money.I'm originally from Baton Rouge.

I have spoken to someone via FB about my rental and they answered my pre screening questions well.

The listings were either sent directly to me and other commercial brokers via email mail or listed on LoopNet. 

I just git done talking to an agent and she asked me to send my offer via email for her to relay to the seller.

I have been told that mice can still come from the other homes connected to mine, via bitting through the firewall, and make entry again.