Maybe we can do seller financing for the $172K and then get a traditional mortgage after the fact with delayed financing?

Banks don't lend so little on traditional mortgage and hard money lenders don't go there , so no option for average Joe to get a qualified mortgage or for Jim the Handyman to finance it.

Instead of just looking at traditional real estate investing strategies like BRRRR, flipping, or Section 8 rentals, why not think bigger?

A traditional bank will not give a line of credit even if there is significant equity because it boils down to being able to pay back the money. 

On the contrary, uncertainty is the breeding ground for creating wealth.The core of the issue is whether you are willing to step out of the traditional investment framework and explore new business models and market opportunities.

Thank You for the input, it's confirmed there is not a straight forward traditional mortgage option.I'm looking for a property in the 100k range.

If not, I'm guessing it would be treated as a traditional rental loan, either conventional or DSCR, using market rents rather than the rent in the lease agreement.

This is a key difference from traditional buyer agency, where the agent keeps this commission.3.

Similarly, homes that have unusual layouts or less traditional features often benefit from full staging, as it helps buyers envision how the space can work for them.That said, even in more budget-conscious markets, full-service staging can still provide a significant return on investment, especially if the home has been on the market for a while or if it's empty and lacks warmth.

Reverse exchanges tend to be much more expensive than traditional 1031 exchange.