Every bank at that time had way too many non-performing assets on its books.

Conventional loan, 20% down non-owner occupied.

Mixed-use with some residential could also add diversification while keeping it simple.This current property is actually the storefront of a mix-use residential above, but no actual residential property for purchase.What’s the tenant mix like,Theee major ones: One restaurant, one non-profit gallery, one home goods,and how are you structuring financing?

So many "investors" bury themselves in complex, expensive situations to protect themselves from some unknown threat to their non-existent business.Figure out if you have any shooting skills (or even enjoy the game) before spending money on $600 Nikes or an indoor basketball court. 

Current individual stock portfolio (non-retirement accounts) with holdings that might be volatile in the next few years (big tech & big oil). $51k is about 17% of the portfolio and gains on the stock holdings are already 100-200% (long-term).

I also looked at non canal homes which were a bit cheaper and they can do similar to canal homes but cost less so end up with better profitability.

Common sources of such properties include:Foreclosures: Homes that have been repossessed by banks due to non-payment.Distressed Properties: Homes that are in poor condition and need a lot of work.Auctions: Properties sold at auction for below market value.Off-market Deals: Properties that aren't listed on the MLS but are available for sale through direct outreach or networking.The key is to buy a property at a price low enough to ensure that even after renovations, the home will appraise for a higher value.2.

Contrary to most business lending, the REI industry has a lot of "non-bank" lenders that provide attractive loans that can lower your cost of capital and improve your profit/cash flow. 

In non-community property states a husband/wife LLC is supposed to be treated as a partnership  And transferring from a revocable trust (reported on your 1031) to a partnership LLC (that files it's own tax return) is changing the tax payer. 

They have no Deed, so there is no foreclosure, just eviction for breach of contract and non-payment of dues.