That is a fairly complex exchange that will be difficult to execute.  

to make it more difficult, I got my family of 6 move in with relatives in Virginia.feel free to question my intelligence 

An offer (on a difficult to sell or finance property) might look like:$875k Sales Price with $175k down.

When I try to analyze a deal, I feel like there are so many steps within each step that make it more difficult to actually figure out how to do it.

If this is the case, and all else equal, it may be better for you to structure the downpayment you're raising as equity instead of debt, extra liens are still less favorable to 1st position lender and make refinances more difficult. 

However, because they cash flow well, it can be difficult to get deals in those areas sometimes, but we come across them quite often. 

Leasing is difficult here right now too.

It is accurate that Hilton MGT. only allows owners to use the unit for 21-days/yr, while the rest of the 344 days, it will be generating income for you.The Hilton Convention Center and Branson Landing Condos offer benefits like garage parking, close proximity to restaurants and attractions, and beautiful locations, some units with lake views.Monthly dues are $300+/ mo. and those dues include things like:Building InsuranceCommon Area MaintenanceSwimming Pool & Exercise RoomLawn Care / LandscapingSecurity ServiceTrash ServiceWhat makes these deals so difficult to pencil out is their management fee of 50%, which is significantly higher than the typical range of 15% to 40% in Branson.

Without knowing the nuances and potential re-districting for each level (elementary, middle, and high school), it's going to be really difficult for you to invest wisely.

We have been told it would be difficult and expensive to try to run ductwork into the room due to the vaulted ceiling in the room the former garage is attached to.