I know that I’m not a major client, but maybe, just maybe they are stretched too thin.

I've navigated similar paths and found that each offers unique challenges and rewards.

Here are some situations where it might make sense, along with considerations for how long one might wait for the situation to improve and what margins might be acceptable for a flip:Expectation of Significant AppreciationStrategic Value or Unique OpportunitiesMarket Rents Expected to IncreaseFix-and-Flip with No Rental StrategyConsiderations Before Buying with Negative Cash Flow:Financial Resilience: Make sure you have enough cash on hand to meet the shortfall without endangering your overall financial situation.exit Strategies: Establish practical, well-defined exit strategies.

Your property sounds to be more unique, therefor likely making it challenging to find acceptable comps. if the property is common for the area, it's likely this could be a non-issue with the right lender. 

-new doors (all of the interior and exterior doors are new, including new hardware locks, hinges, etc)-new kitchen countertop-new waterproof treated butcher block countertops-new large kitchen sink with stretch faucet-new extensive shelving in the large closets-new tubs, shower surrounds, faucets (brushed nickel)-new toilets-new vanities, sinks, faucets -new bathroom hardware (brushed nickel)-Bluetooth bathroom fans with speakers-custom recessed shelving -3 entrances to house: front, side and rear-historic rod iron fence in front yard (refinished) What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

And when we had our last housing crash it was a very unique time.

To tellme that nothing is possible seems a bit far stretched.

Leveraging an FHA 203K loan for house hacking is a smart move, especially with your unique position in a market with unmet demand for student housing page link.

What makes a syndication a *good* one, will differ greatly from investor to investor (because each has their own unique risk tolerance, initial situation and goals).

. --- You're right it is a unique perspective....