Not much really changing on that front, it is what it is.

What the investor will have is a long term appreciating asset; that will provide an increasing cash flow as rental rates increase, and steady amortization as the note is paid down.  

Definitely a chunk of change I don't want to pay, but having my cash back out to do another deal might be worth it... 

Hard money loans can be an option, but they often come with high-interest rates and short repayment terms.

Quote from @Jason Sung: I agree with Greg, you could first talk to the contact you have been working with on this so far, see if they can change it..

This is a straightforward and common approach.However, make sure to document the change in the lease renewal or addendum, specifying the new security deposit amount.

Lots has changed over the years.Managing it yourself from a distance can be done, but it will require your team to be built and for you to have back up strategies if guests need attention and you're unavailable. 

Higher inflation equals higher interest rates. 

If the floating rate debt starts costing too much and there is no capital to replace a rate cap, reserves run out.  

My conversion rate was higher because they kind of look like a wedding invite.In regard to lenders, join meetups and local facebook groups and ask for referrals.I’m doing larger commercial deals now and found I wasted a Ton of money on direct mail.