Seller Financing or Creative Structures – If the seller is open to financing, you may be able to negotiate terms that reduce the need for a traditional down payment.

The Yale Law Journal article, "Zoned Out: How Zoning Law Undermines Family Law’s Functional Turn," highlights this issue, noting that while family law has evolved to recognize diverse family structures, zoning laws have lagged behind, potentially hindering innovative housing solutions like co-living.Challenges for Co-Living InvestorsFor real estate investors interested in co-living, these restrictive definitions can lead to:Legal Barriers: Difficulty obtaining permits or approvals for co-living spaces due to non-compliance with traditional family definitions in zoning codes.Operational Challenges: Potential fines or legal disputes arising from housing arrangements that don't conform to local zoning definitions of a household.Market Limitations: Reduced ability to meet the growing demand for affordable, shared housing solutions.Advocacy for ReformThe Bloomberg article, "Why Are Zoning Laws Defining What Constitutes a Family?"

We had a 70/30 investor structure to fund this deal.

•My goal is to build long-term cash flow through rental properties while ensuring my partners see strong returns.I’d love to connect with investors interested in passive income opportunities or those who have experience structuring joint ventures.

I'm looking for a new source of investors who are in the business of funding these deals.  

I'm really busy with my w2 job working all the time to fund my investments. 

How are deals like this usually structured? 

I've been in the CRM business for years and real estate investor since 2003. 

However, the broader structural issues of affordability, housing supply, and financing access will continue to shape the market in the years ahead.For now, the homebuying process remains a challenge for many in this generation.

For instance, structuring investments through a European company that acts as the buyer of the properties and handles renovations could be an effective solution.